Education Program Director
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onSand Hill Trail, Danville, Contra Costa County, California, 94528, United States
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation's leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For over 50 years, we have partnered with more than 235 school districts nationwide to transform the lives of over 240,000 students. Our mission is to offer hope through a dynamic, social-focused approach that welcomes innovation and encourages creative expression.
We are a growing organization dedicated to creating a culture where every team member finds limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction. At ChanceLight, we believe in providing more than just a job; we offer a path to a truly rewarding career defined by growth, empowerment, and collaboration. Every day is a Chance to transform lives through education.
As the Education Program Director, you will serve as the instructional leader for our award-winning Special Education team, playing a pivotal role in transforming student outcomes for Grades K-12. This position is designed for a visionary leader who thrives in a collaborative, goal-oriented environment and possesses the compassion and dedication required to support students with special education needs.
In this role, you will inspire and guide a dedicated staff to deliver high-quality teaching practices aligned with Spectrum's proven educational strategies. You will act as the primary liaison between the site and school district contacts, establishing positive, interactive working relationships to ensure smooth operations. Your leadership will foster an environment of continuous academic growth, ensuring that policies are implemented effectively to create a supportive learning space where every student can thrive.
Your day-to-day impact involves driving student achievement through visionary leadership, managing site operations, and ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff. You will be instrumental in building a faculty team capable of meeting the unique needs of our student population, from recruitment and onboarding to ongoing professional development. By analyzing data and monitoring program fidelity, you will ensure that our instructional priorities are met and that students receive the targeted interventions necessary to unlock their full potential.
We invite you to learn more about our history, mission, and program services by visiting our careers page at bit.ly. If you are ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to a brighter future, we encourage you to apply.
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and consider qualified applicants regardless of background. For further information regarding your rights pursuant to federal employment laws, please review the "Know Your Rights" notice from the Department of Labor.
Work model: On-site
Sand Hill Trail, Danville, Contra Costa County, California, 94528, United States
Danville, 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 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.
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, K-12 Education.
Education: Bachelor's or better in Education or related field required; Master's or better in Education Leadership or related field preferred.
