Job Summary

With oversight from the Executive Director and/or the Director of Special Education, the Supervising Teacher provides guidance and direction in a therapeutic education setting. The Supervising Teacher oversees enhancing student attendance, documenting academic progress, fostering productive collaborations among academic and clinical staff, and cultivating an institution that facilitates effective learning. Within this capacity, the Supervising Teacher will directly manage teachers, and other staff members as assigned. 

Essential Job Functions        

Assure that the school continuously attains and maintains all regulatory requirements including required filings, records maintenance and funder standards. Assure that instruction and curriculum are presented to students utilizing sound pedagogical practices, facilitating the highest possible education and vocational outcomes for students, within regulatory guidelines.Evaluate and provide ongoing feedback to teachers and other school staff aimed at assuring high quality education and instruction.Serve as instructional coach, recommending programmatic methods and guidance with student transitions, for example.  Appropriately access and is aware of internal and community resources in support of school needs.Work in collaboration with School Based Manager to ensure behavioral standards at the school and address behavior shortfalls as outlined by New York State Department of Education (SED).Build meaningful relationships with families and school districts in order to facilitate school success for students.Supervise teachers and other staff members as assigned.While this job description covers many aspects of the role, employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP DUTIES

Leadership: Communicates, supports and links Hillside mission, vision, values, goals, and strategies to everyday work and establishes clear, meaningful, challenging, and attainable objectives and expectations that are aligned with those of the organization.Management: Aligns the right work with the right people; delegates tasks according to people’s strengths and interests. Ensures staff has the skills and resources to be successful. Provides staff with coaching, training and opportunities for growth to improve their skills. Treats staff fairly and consistently. Shares accountability when delegating and involves staff in setting their performance goals.Governance: Ensures Hillside policies, procedures and all applicable governmental laws/regulations/guidelines are followed. Makes decisions and has authority to implement decisions in conjunction with the leadership structure of the given area of responsibility.

Education & Experience

Master’s degree in Education, or related field required.Minimum 3 years of experience as a Hillside Lead Teacher/Teacher 3 required.

Special Requirements

Unrestricted, valid NYS driver’s license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards. Must be able to work 12-month schedule.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

In addition to demonstrating the Hillside Professional Competencies of Communicates Effectively, Personal Excellence, Cultural Competence, Builds and Leverages Relationships, Optimizes Decision Making, Builds Talent and Engagement, Manages Change, Fosters Accountability and Results, the following occupational competencies must be demonstrated:

Knowledge of and understanding of educational theories, principles, and best practices in teaching, learning, and school administration to promote student achievement and school improvement.Familiarity with educational laws, regulations, and policies at the federal, state, and local levels, including special education requirements, Title I programs, and school accountability measures.Strong leadership and management skills to create a positive school culture, build effective teams, and lead school improvement efforts in collaboration with staff, students, families, and community stakeholders.Ability to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes equity, diversity, and cultural responsiveness for all students and staff members.Skill in problem-solving and conflict resolution to address issues and concerns raised by stakeholders in a fair, respectful, and timely manner.Proficiency in adapting to changing educational landscapes, embracing innovation, and leading change initiatives to address emerging needs and opportunities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to work a variable scheduling including evenings and weekendsThe following physical demands are required:Occasional sitting (up to 4 hours)Occasional standing (up to 1 hour)Occasional walking (up to 2.5 hours)Occasional driving (up to 8 hours)Continuous balancing (up to 8 hours)Occasional balancing, bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching forward or down, reaching overhead, running, and twisting (up to 2.5 hours)Weekly lifting up to 50 lbs. (community-based staff may be required to lift an empty wheelchair weighing up to 50 lbs.), 10-15 lbs. on a daily basisWeekly carrying up to 55 lbs. approximately 10-100 ft., 10-15 lbs. on a daily basisManual dexterity is required, including the frequent ability to grasp in both hands and continuous use of fine manipulation skills in both hands (approximately 1-2.5 hrs.)Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, gases or chemicals is apparent. Protective clothing or equipment required: Close toed shoes; Protective Shields, Universal Precaution PPE, Gloves for toileting and food preparationAbility to change positions as needed

 

$70,000 Minimum pay rate, $105,000 Maximum pay rate, based on experience.