Kerrington’s Care Academy Inc, is a new private school for students with disabilities, slated to open January, 2025.

Job Description

Currently seeking a Principal for our school dedicated to students with autism and intellectual disabilities.

The Principal will be responsible for the Supervision of all program staff including: Teachers, School Social Workers, BCBAs/Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT), Paraprofessional/Personal Care Assistants, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies, SESI-Related Service Providers, and Administrative Assistants. Every child deserves to reach their full potential and we are looking to hire an exceptional Principal who will play an essential role in fueling student and staff success.

Plan, organize and direct services and activities of special education office. Provide educational and administrative leadership to the staff and students at designated sites; plan, coordinate, schedule and supervise and evaluate work performed by certificated and classified staff; plan, organize and direct all aspects of school operations; develop and administer program budgets; serve as liaison between the County Office and local districts, other schools, outside agencies and the general public; manage and coordinate facilities use; provide responsible and professional staff assistance in the management of the education program; and perform related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Certification as a School Administrator and Supervisor (SAS) or School Building Leader (SBL) required.

Supervisory and programmatic experience in a special education school setting and knowledge of state and local regulations required.

Proven ability to communicate effectively, as well as establish and maintain relationships, with individuals, family members, school district administrators and other external professional staff. This includes ability to present information simply and concisely, be a skilled listener, and demonstrate excellent writing skills.

Must have solid organizational and multi-tasking skills and proven ability to make independent decisions, set appropriate program priorities, and handle sensitive and/or stressful situations.

Develop curriculum to address needs of students

Collaborate with school districts and out-of-state schools in identifying student population, completing screening, and placement of students.

Develop evidence-based outcome measures to assess the efficacy of the educational program.

Advertise staff openings, recruit staff, interview and hire staff; conduct observations and complete evaluations in accordance with agency guidelines; provide opportunities for professional growth for staff.

Assist with purchasing and invoicing of educational materials.

Collaborate on systems that cross-over between the educational and residential areas that reinforce and enhance the development of skills and provide a continuum of services.

Acquire up-to-date information on all Federal, State, and local regulations governing the school.

Develop policies and procedures for the school in order to maintain compliance with applicable regulations.

Monitor, implement, and maintain school-wide philosophy and standards of behavior.

Maintain on-going contact with State Education Department.

Monitor educational program through reviews and observations.

Provide reports, presentations, and information as required by the Program Director, Assistant Executive Director, and/or Chief Program Officer.

Oversee all duties of administrative clerical staff, including maintaining complete, up-to-date confidential student records, and personnel files.

Write program descriptions and other necessary reports for submission to State Education Department.

Participate in budget development; administer budget spending for school.

Member of the Continuing Quality Improvement Committee.

Develop and distribute orientation materials and personnel practices handbook.

Conduct orientation of staff to school and agency policies and procedures; participate in orientation of residential staff as requested.

Assign teachers, etc. to appropriate classes; monitor job performance.

Monitor all classroom scheduling, utilization of facilities and resources.

Conduct staff meetings.

Coordinate medical, clinical, and educational teams.

Ensure IEPs are in compliance and that related services are provided accordingly.

Develop and instruct staff on philosophy and implementation of behavior management system, and the functional and academic educational program.

Review relaxation room use and communication logs.

Experience with children with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or autism highly preferred.

The Qualifications

A Master's Degree in Education Leadership or Special Education or a closely related field Preferred.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.