ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises the Education Department, Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and support staff.
• Demonstrates effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates competence in teaching by thorough knowledge of curriculum, communicating effectively with students and staff members.
• Ability to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks, while encouraging student learning.
• Establishes consistent disciplinary approach, self direction, and positive self-image, setting high standards for student behavior with the ability to manage inappropriate behavior appropriately.
• Cooperates with the clinical team and all staff members to promote positive relationships with students.

• Maintains confidentiality of information, displaying sound judgement in appearance and general behavior.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

• Knowledge of computer skills, including Microsoft Software programs.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in the behavioral sciences, education, human services or social services field.
• Teaching certification by relevant government authority.
• Teaching English as a Second Language/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages certification preferred but not required.

• Supervisory experience in an educational setting.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Flexible schedule (evening, weekends, holidays) to facilitate program services.
• Cleared tuberculosis test results.
• Cleared background checks from appropriate entities.
• Obtain and maintain First Aid Certification (CPR) and Level 1 fingerprint clearance card.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds infrequently.
• Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50%of the day.
• May bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary.