What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at Cotting School?
Imagine arriving at work each day amid a sea of smiling faces. The students tenacity and enthusiasm for learning is reflected in the staffs dedication to their success. And speaking of your peers, what a joy they are to work with! Some of the most welcoming, generous and talented people youll ever meet.
Every day at Cotting School is a new adventure with challenges and opportunities large and small. You might be helping a classroom of students with a range of disabilities strive to reach the top of our fully accessible rock climbing wall, so they can feel a rush of pride and confidence as their friends and teachers applaud and cheer them on. Perhaps youll escort them on a community trip to a local business, where they can practice life skills and explore their interests through volunteer work. And don't forget about academic and therapeutic work, both equally as rewarding.
Today could be the day you help a student finally grasp that concept or skill theyve been trying so hard to achieve. This is just a glimpse of what it would be like to share your talent, expertise and passion for special education with the Cotting School community!Cotting School is hiring a Program Director!The Program Director reports to the Chief Executive Officer. This individual will provide support and supervision for teachers and students at all age levels, with direct responsibility for some classrooms as well oversight of all other program level Administrators. The Program Director will also oversee the Science and Social Studies programs, instructional coaches, and will lead professional development initiatives.
This position will have the primary responsibility for all Curriculum and Instruction initiatives. The Program Director will demonstrate a passion for Cotting Schools mission and its commitment to providing outstanding educational and support services to children with a broad spectrum of learning disabilities, communication impairments, physical challenges and complex medical conditions. The Program Director will work collaboratively with senior management to provide clear and consistent leadership to all Cotting constituents. RESPONSIBILITIES: Build a community of belonging, in which the significance of each student is valued and the work of each staff member is appreciated and respected.Provide continuous supervision, feedback and support for all classroom teachers and specialists, either directly or in support of other program level supervisors.
This includes holding regular meetings (individual and group) and observing all teachers in classrooms and other teaching settings. This also involves identifying appropriate professional development and training for teachers and other staff members.Foster an environment in which all Cotting staff hold themselves to high quality standards and work as a team to effectively integrate academic and therapeutic services to meet the individual needs of our students. This involves regular coordination and collaboration with the Clinical Director and members of the clinical teams. Encourage collaboration, partnership and innovation to position Cotting School as a leader in quality, innovative services focused on the highly specialized needs of the children, young adults and families in our greater community.
Ensure the safety and appropriate supervision for all students, which may involve coordinating classroom coverage, assisting with supervision, feeding and personal care, and/or working directly with students individually or in small groups. Support the Director of Admissions on individual admissions decisions, establishing appropriate Admissions goals, criteria and processes, and developing strategies to attract new students at all levels of the Program. Contribute to a dynamic teaching and learning environment focused on the classroom and beyond, this position will help to identify effective models for professional development that support the broad spectrum of development needs across Cottings multidisciplinary staff. Lead an initiative to more formally evaluate the full continuum of the Program to identify ways to meaningfully modify to better address student needs.
Provide support and oversight to Cotting Schools supplemental services programs, which include after school activities, student-centered social functions, school trips and other activities and events that contribute to a full and enriching student experience. Guide a long-term initiative to define, evaluate and expand the Transition Services offered to all students. Explore the expansion of those services to parents, Alumni and non-Cotting students as well. Work collaboratively with other Senior Administrators and the Human Resources Director to offer better onboarding and ongoing training and mentorship opportunities to all Program Assistants.
Serve as a resource to the parents of current and prospective students to collect feedback, address concerns, answer questions and resolve issues. Support the work of the 766 Office to maintain the educational program in compliance with the State Department of Education regulations to provide for the continued approval of the program under Chapter 766 and other regulations as they may apply.Participate in IEP teams/meetings as assigned as well as facilitate regular student-centered multi-disciplinary team updates. Work with the CFO, members of the Senior Administrative team, and faculty to build a budget that provides for ongoing operations, supports faculty recruitment and retention, and advances our work with students. Work with our development office to develop foundation proposals seeking funding to support Cottings specialized educational programs and services.Other projects and responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Chief Executive Officer.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.
Every day at Cotting School is a new adventure with challenges and opportunities large and small. You might be helping a classroom of students with a range of disabilities strive to reach the top of our fully accessible rock climbing wall, so they can feel a rush of pride and confidence as their friends and teachers applaud and cheer them on. Perhaps youll escort them on a community trip to a local business, where they can practice life skills and explore their interests through volunteer work. And don't forget about academic and therapeutic work, both equally as rewarding.
Today could be the day you help a student finally grasp that concept or skill theyve been trying so hard to achieve. This is just a glimpse of what it would be like to share your talent, expertise and passion for special education with the Cotting School community!Cotting School is hiring a Program Director!The Program Director reports to the Chief Executive Officer. This individual will provide support and supervision for teachers and students at all age levels, with direct responsibility for some classrooms as well oversight of all other program level Administrators. The Program Director will also oversee the Science and Social Studies programs, instructional coaches, and will lead professional development initiatives.
This position will have the primary responsibility for all Curriculum and Instruction initiatives. The Program Director will demonstrate a passion for Cotting Schools mission and its commitment to providing outstanding educational and support services to children with a broad spectrum of learning disabilities, communication impairments, physical challenges and complex medical conditions. The Program Director will work collaboratively with senior management to provide clear and consistent leadership to all Cotting constituents. RESPONSIBILITIES: Build a community of belonging, in which the significance of each student is valued and the work of each staff member is appreciated and respected.Provide continuous supervision, feedback and support for all classroom teachers and specialists, either directly or in support of other program level supervisors.
This includes holding regular meetings (individual and group) and observing all teachers in classrooms and other teaching settings. This also involves identifying appropriate professional development and training for teachers and other staff members.Foster an environment in which all Cotting staff hold themselves to high quality standards and work as a team to effectively integrate academic and therapeutic services to meet the individual needs of our students. This involves regular coordination and collaboration with the Clinical Director and members of the clinical teams. Encourage collaboration, partnership and innovation to position Cotting School as a leader in quality, innovative services focused on the highly specialized needs of the children, young adults and families in our greater community.
Ensure the safety and appropriate supervision for all students, which may involve coordinating classroom coverage, assisting with supervision, feeding and personal care, and/or working directly with students individually or in small groups. Support the Director of Admissions on individual admissions decisions, establishing appropriate Admissions goals, criteria and processes, and developing strategies to attract new students at all levels of the Program. Contribute to a dynamic teaching and learning environment focused on the classroom and beyond, this position will help to identify effective models for professional development that support the broad spectrum of development needs across Cottings multidisciplinary staff. Lead an initiative to more formally evaluate the full continuum of the Program to identify ways to meaningfully modify to better address student needs.
Provide support and oversight to Cotting Schools supplemental services programs, which include after school activities, student-centered social functions, school trips and other activities and events that contribute to a full and enriching student experience. Guide a long-term initiative to define, evaluate and expand the Transition Services offered to all students. Explore the expansion of those services to parents, Alumni and non-Cotting students as well. Work collaboratively with other Senior Administrators and the Human Resources Director to offer better onboarding and ongoing training and mentorship opportunities to all Program Assistants.
Serve as a resource to the parents of current and prospective students to collect feedback, address concerns, answer questions and resolve issues. Support the work of the 766 Office to maintain the educational program in compliance with the State Department of Education regulations to provide for the continued approval of the program under Chapter 766 and other regulations as they may apply.Participate in IEP teams/meetings as assigned as well as facilitate regular student-centered multi-disciplinary team updates. Work with the CFO, members of the Senior Administrative team, and faculty to build a budget that provides for ongoing operations, supports faculty recruitment and retention, and advances our work with students. Work with our development office to develop foundation proposals seeking funding to support Cottings specialized educational programs and services.Other projects and responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Chief Executive Officer.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.
Salary : $59,000 - $74,800