Join Ombudsman Educational Services as a Program Director, where you will lead a dynamic team dedicated to fostering student success in an alternative education environment. Your leadership will shape the future of students in grades K-8, driving instructional excellence and community partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Providing vision and leadership to support student achievement and effective site operations by supervising staff, implementing performance management systems, and promoting professional growth
Participating in recruitment and hiring processes to build and sustain a high-performing site team
Providing staff supervision by coaching, mentoring, and developing employees while monitoring performance and fostering continuous improvement
Ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment by monitoring site operations, addressing/reporting incidents, and enforcing safety protocols
Maintaining compliance with state, district, and contractual requirements, and ensuring all staff are fully knowledgeable of success criteria and regulations
Representing the program at community, district, and local levels to strengthen partnerships and promote the organization’s mission
Instructing, monitoring, and evaluating teachers and students in the use of curriculum, instructional strategies, and learning tools to ensure fidelity and effectiveness
Guiding teachers in the development of classroom schedules, student data systems, and transition plans to ensure alignment with individual student goals
Consulting with and supporting teachers in building student skills in social development, problem-solving, and conflict resolution
Maintaining accurate and complete records of student progress in compliance with legal, company, and district policies
Compiling and analyzing assessment data to monitor student growth, inform instructional practices, and drive targeted interventions
Modeling and promoting instructional strategies that facilitate active learning experiences and align with the organization’s educational vision
Promoting positive student behavior by implementing consistent practices, applying policies fairly, and supporting restorative or disciplinary interventions when necessary
Providing counseling, encouragement, and guidance to students experiencing academic or personal challenges
Participating in accreditation and quality assurance processes to ensure the site consistently meets or exceeds performance standards
Keeping current with research-based practices and organization-wide initiatives, including professional development in behavior management and instructional best practices
Performing additional duties as assigned to support the overall success of students, staff, and the program
Required Qualifications
Master's degree or higher in educational leadership or a closely related field of study
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) credential
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL professional educator (PEL) administrative endorsement
Minimum 1 year prior leadership experience, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting
Prior experience and/or knowledge in alternative educational services for at-risk students with diverse needs at various levels
Effective management skills and comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations, functions, and compliance requirements
Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content areas and instruction
Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's)
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals
Highly skilled in building relationships with students, parents, teachers and community and/or district partners
Prior experience and highly skilled in providing training, professional development and/or coaching to teachers and education staff
Prior experience and highly skilled in crisis management systems and intervention
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and performance motivation ability
Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment
Skilled leader who exhibits the characteristics of servant leadership, looking to the needs of the team and seeking to help solve problems and promote personal development
Preferred Qualifications
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision PlansFREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling SessionsFREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse LineCompany Paid Life & Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Employee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsPersonal Protection Insurance PlansCigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies ProgramLegal Services InsurancePet Health InsuranceAccrual-based Paid Time OffSchool Hours and Paid Holiday ScheduleExtensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy401k Retirement Saving PlanPerks at Work Employee Discount ProgramOpportunities for Growth & Development