Education Program Director
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onStanislaus County, California, United States
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a growing, dynamic division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education. As the nation's leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults, we have spent over 50 years partnering with more than 235 school districts nationwide to transform the lives of over 240,000 students.
Our mission is to offer hope through a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression, and provides limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction. We believe in providing more than just a job; we offer a path to meaningful impact where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our daily work.
As the Education Program Director for our Special Education program in Oakland, CA, you will serve as the instructional leader and operational hub for our K-12 site. This role exists to transform student outcomes by championing excellence in instruction and fostering an environment of continuous academic growth for students with special education needs.
You will be the pivotal link between our site and designated school district contacts, establishing positive, interactive working relationships that drive success. In this collaborative, goal-oriented environment, you will inspire a dedicated staff to deliver high-quality teaching practices aligned with Spectrum's proven educational strategies. Your day will involve balancing visionary leadership with the hands-on management of daily operations, ensuring a safe, supportive, and efficient learning environment where every student can thrive.
At ChanceLight, every day is a Chance to transform lives through education. We are dedicated to empowering students to overcome challenges, build confidence, and unlock their full potential. Our culture is built on the belief that genuine purpose, compassion, and problem-solving skills are the foundation of our success. We invite those who seek a career filled with meaning to join a team where their work directly contributes to a brighter future for the students we serve.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment and possess the dedication to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. To learn more about our history, mission, and program services, please visit our careers page at bit.ly.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For further information regarding your rights, please review the "Know Your Rights" notice from the Department of Labor.
Work model: On-site
Stanislaus County, California, United States
California
Minimum 2 years of prior experience in an educational leadership or school administrator role. Minimum 2 years of prior teaching experience in a special education program setting. Minimum 2 years of prior experience working with pupils with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other related disabilities. Highly knowledgeable in the development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content areas, differentiated instruction, and working with individualized education plans (IEPs). Effective management skills and comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations, admission and enrollment procedures, certification, accreditation, and compliance laws and regulations. Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA), including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, functional behavior analysis (FBA), and behavior intervention plans (BIPs). Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students. Proven ability to build and maintain multiple relationships with students, parents, teachers, and community and/or district partners. Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment. Master's degree or better in Education Leadership or a related field. Principal License, Education Administrator credential, Special Ed Certification, LMFT, LPCC, LEP, LCSW, or Pupil Personnel Services credentials.
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Skills: Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Positive Behavior Interventions And Supports, Functional Behavior Analysis, Behavior Intervention Plans, Individualized Education Plans, Curriculum Development, Classroom Management, Crisis Management, Microsoft Office Suite.
Education: Bachelor's or better in Education or related field required; Master's or better in Education Leadership or related field preferred.