Learning Lab Manager

Ombudsman Educational Services, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Learning Lab Manager to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic — We Should Talk! 📲

As the Learning Lab Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and success of the students while they are in the computer labs, creating an environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.  The Learning Lab Manager fosters a safe learning environment for all students, following guidelines for addressing/reporting issues and incidents; and is responsible for tracking several data points including but not limited to credit recovery, attendance, ISP compliance, and student schedules. 

‖ Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing and maintaining computer labs for safe and efficient operation.
• Creating a lab atmosphere in which students feel safe and welcomed.
• Independently instructing and monitoring students in the use of computers and platforms to ensure fidelity of instructions and student performance/evaluation.
• Diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and evaluating students' behavior on an individual and on-going basis.
• Encouraging and monitoring the progress of individual students in accordance with specific timelines.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development including credit recovery spreadsheets, attendance, and ISP data.
• Updating all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, Ombudsman, and local district policies.
• Preparing required reports on student progress, achievement, and activities.
• Managing student behavior in the labs by upholding the Ombudsman philosophy and policies, applying appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
• Accurately assigning appropriate classes to students in the various academic platforms.
• Supporting and counseling students with academic issues and providing encouragement.
• Participating in center meetings, and student/parent meetings as requested.
• Regularly communicating necessary information to students, team members, supervisors, and parents regarding students’ needs and academic progress.
• Participating in the assurance and accreditation process to ensure that the site passes or meets performance plans.
• Participating in all school and district professional development days.
• Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
• Working collaboratively with other staff for the good of the center
• Performing other duties as assigned.

‖ Qualifications Required:

• Associates degree or higher in education or related field.
• Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Prior experience working in an alternative education and/or classroom setting preferred.
• Advanced oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Advanced skills in working with students with disabilities and diverse needs at various levels.
• Knowledge and understanding of state and/or national content standards.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Ombudsman Educational Services 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 more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

💻 Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:

• https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose

As a member of the ChanceLight family you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal & professional fulfillment!  

‖ Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Virtual Medical Visits
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• 401k Options
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And So Much More!

If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures — this is your Chance! 

Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children TODAY!  

Careers, With ChanceLight 💙 Work. With Purpose.

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Education

• Associates or better in Education or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• All State Req Credentials
• Substitute Licensure

Skills

• Alternative Education
• Classroom Management
• Counseling & Guidance
• Interpersonal Skills
• Office/Administrative
• Personalized Instruction

Behaviors

• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)