School Operations Director at Excel Prep

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: About usWe are professional, agile and our goal is to Excel Prep is a day school offering two programs for neurodiverse children. Excel Prep offers two programs: an K-8 academic program for children with learning disabilities and our Academic ABA program for students 6-13 The Excel Prep mission is to provide a nurturing academic setting with a concentrated focus on developing cognitive-linguistic abilities. We center direct instruction, instructional design, and precision teaching as hallmarks of our instruction. We believe that instruction is data driven and founded in educational research.Director of Student Success is responsible for the daily operational management of the schoolspecifically in the area student academic and social success. Student success is in directalignment of teacher evaluation, lesson planning, compliance, safety, and parent communication.This role works in collaboration with the Head of School. Direct Reports include SpecialEducation Coordinator, Early Childhood Coordinator, and Intake Manager. This role prioritizesfostering an accountable, nurturing, and supportive educational environment for students andfamilies.Job Deliverables:Daily OperationsOrient staff to job description and delivery.Ensure that staff are working within their designated roles.Serve as teacher support and first level problem solver to support parent and studentchallenges.Support staff development in co-planning professional development and coaching needsSupport staff development and compliance within, toward, and for state requirements andany regulating bodies including Illinois State Board of Education and Clinical ServiceDeliveryStudent Outcomes and SuccessCreate weekly and monthly reports that capture data reports of student learning andprogressDevelop and log student maladaptive behavior dataWork and collaborate with leadership in publications including student success andperformance dataOrient new staff to their roles and conduct ongoing training to their rolesTrain staff use of and expand the use of PBIS for individual student and progress.Research and Program DevelopmentAssist in research proposal writing and development for (grant writing)Develop new school programs (short or long term) that benefit student and communitysuccess + collaborationTeacher Trainer and MentorProvide feedback to staff regarding job performance including timeliness, attendance,student engagement, and promotion of prosocial behaviors in students.Utilize and enhance intervention protocols to support quality assurance of studentlearning outcomes.Model Direct Instruction lessons or utilize class as a model classroom for instructionalmethodsMeet with teachers and teams weekly to review student progress and performance.Document teaching performance evaluations and weekly meetings as they relate toteaching performance and student successEnsure quarterly parent meetings with teachers take place to review learner performanceand progress.Student Learning Plan Development, Coordination, and ExecutionLead and support student transitions from area schools or parent enrolled learners.Ensure that student learning goals and individual plans are developed and staff teams areassignedTrain staff in quality assurance in conducting and coordinating progress meetings withparents and schoolsTeaching CaseloadMaintain a smaller teaching caseload of no more than 10 students in area of specialty-certificationThe successful candidate is highly motivated and believes in the power of teaching.The ideal candidate is:Punctual and dependableValues parent communicationComputer savvy - comfortable with google suite, with learning technologies,Creative and flexible - open to learning how to teach students with learning differencesCan develop, instruct, and model instructional best practices within student plansUnderstands the importance of ongoing data collection and analysisCollaborative in communication, planning, and writingBehavior Expectations Related to the RoleAligned to mission. This role is best suited for individuals who believe that children havepotential beyond a diagnosis. This role is best for an innovative individual who can galvanizeand build momentum with staff in the most transparent way. This role is for someone who has acommand of written language and verbal language. This role is for someone who understandsthat formal communication requires a presence and will present ExcelPrep auditorily, visually,and nonverbally professionally well and consistently to parents and stakeholders. Behaviorexpectations for staff at ExcelPrep are integral to expectations, daily execution, and fulfillment.This is important in supporting Communication, Participation, Responsiveness, and DecisionMaking needed and cultivated leadership at every level. Within CPR+D, each individual staffperson is expected to operate within their scope of licensure and practice and continuously fostera workplace culture connected to the mission and organization success. Within this role, CPR+Dis briefly included to emphasize an overarching perspective Leadership at Every Level.Formal Education Aligned with this RoleMasters degree in education. PhD preferred.Ability to manage difficult situations and maintain confidentiality.Knowledge of education law and current practices in educationProfessional Educator Licensure (PELSalary and BenefitsCompetitive salary based upon experience. Benefits included.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayWork Location: In person