School Director

Atlantis Academy, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a School Director 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 School Director, you are first and foremost responsible for increasing student achievement by consistently ensuring the implementation of instructional practices and strategies endorsed by Atlantis Academy. As the instructional leader, you will supervise site staff to assure quality instruction is delivered and Atlantis policies and procedures are implemented in an effective and efficient manner.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

• Providing vision and leadership to support student achievement and effective operations by supervising staff, developing and implementing performance management plans, identifying professional learning needs, and participating in professional learning opportunities
• Effectively participating in the employment and selection process to ensure an effective site team is in place.
• Providing guidance, consultation, and assistance to teachers in the development of classroom schedules, maintenance of student data systems and facilitation of student transition plans to assure appropriate schedules and services based on each student’s individual goals.
• Consulting with and assisting teachers in the classroom with teaching students social, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Providing supervision through assigning work, helping create personal development plans, consistently monitoring and evaluating employee effectiveness, and communicating and coaching employee development.
• Actively recognizing accomplishments and addressing issues to ensure productive site operations.
• Ensuring a safe learning environment for students and staff by maintaining site and classroom operation and following guidelines for addressing/reporting issues and incidents.
• Performing managerial responsibilities including but not limited to overseeing the day-to-day operation of school schedule and activities, custodial and maintenance, food services, transportation services, administration, financial/budgetary operations, resource allocation, and district/community relationships.
• Representing Atlantis Academy through communication and collaboration with families, district, and community members.
• Analyzing the professional development needs of staff and aligning implementation with the instructional vision of Atlantis Academy.
• Instructing, monitoring, and evaluating teachers and students in the use of learning materials and equipment to ensure fidelity of instruction and student performance/evaluation.
• Observing, evaluating, and reporting staff and student performance and development.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, updating all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law and Atlantis policies.
• Compiling and analyzing assessment data to measure student growth, guide instruction and/or determine academic intervention for each student and site.
• Modeling and overseeing the implementation of Atlantis identified instructional practices and strategies that facilitate active learning experiences and support the instructional vision for the site.
• Managing student behavior in the program using positive behavior interventions and supports.
• Participating in the assurance and accreditation processes to ensure that the site passes or meets performance plans.
• Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject area.
• Providing, soliciting, and responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
• Working collaboratively with site team, field level support, and national support for the good of the organization.

This position operates with oversight and guidance from the regional vice president in carrying out their essential duties and responsibilities to provide overall leadership, quality assurance, managerial and administrative support for the Atlantis Academy site.

‖ Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education, educational leadership or a closely related field of study.
• Effective management skills and comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations, functions, and enrollment standards.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with autism spectrum disorders and/or related disabilities.
• Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content areas and instruction in a classroom setting.
• Prior experience and highly skilled in providing professional development and/or coaching to teachers.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals and next steps.
• Highly skilled in building relationships with students, parents, teachers and community and/or business partners.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of staff members, students, parents, customers, and the public.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Proven ability to manage projects, effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining organization and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates self-confidence, focuses on execution, and finds motivation in their impact to the organization.
• Well-versed in the use of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

‖ Qualification Preferred:

• Master's degree or higher in education, special education, or educational leadership.
• Current FL educator certification with endorsement in special education, student services, or a closely related subject.
• Licensed currently or have the ability to obtain an educational leadership, school principal, administrator or related credential.
• Minimum of 3yrs prior experience working in an educational leadership or administration role preferred. 
• Working knowledge of Florida's school choice scholarship programs.

Atlantis Academy 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

• Bachelors or better in Education or related field

• Masters or better in Education Leadership or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Has License/Credentialing
• Teaching Certification
• Special Ed Certification
• School Principal
• General Administration
• Education Administrator

Skills

• Special Education
• Leadership
• Project Management
• Admission and Enrollment
• Community Relations
• Teacher Mentoring/Training
• Classroom Management
• Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
• Specific Learning Disabil
• Autism
• Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
• Personalized Instruction
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Office/Administrative

Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Motivations

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