Assistant Director Education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: 

• Assist the Director of Education in managing daily operations of the educational program 

• Oversee curriculum planning and ensure instruction aligns with state standards and student IEP goals 

• Provide supervision, evaluation, and professional development for teaching staff 

• Collaborate with clinical and residential departments to promote a cohesive and consistent educational experience 

• Participate in the development and monitoring of IEPs and other educational documentation 

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and agency policies 

• Serves as behavioral resource for the Academy; consults with staff to prepare Functional Behavior Assessments to develop Behavior Intervention Plans; determines appropriate action in cases of serious behavioral incidents. 

• Represents The Learning Center at PPT’s. Ensures appropriate educational discharge planning for students and coordinates educational programming through the PPT process. 

• Fosters and maintains good public relations image consistent with the Connecticut Code of Professional Standards for School Administrators 

• Assumes teaching responsibilities in a classroom when appropriate staffing needs to be ensured. 

• Interviews new candidates for certified staff positions and provides feedback on candidates following interviews and shadowing experiences to the Director of Education. 

• Attends all scheduled after school and evening Academy functions, as requested by the Director of Education. 

• Act as a liaison with school districts, families, and external agencies as needed 

• Promote a safe, structured, and therapeutic classroom environment 

• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives across the education program 

• Maintain active certification in agency-approved crisis intervention training, including all required levels of Physical and Psychological Management Training (PMT). Apply training techniques appropriately to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals served, staff, and others in the environment. Demonstrate competency in de-escalation strategies, safe physical interventions, and adherence to agency protocols.  

• Perform other duties as assigned 

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES: 

SKILLS 

• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and support educational staff 

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with families, staff, and external stakeholders 

• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and timelines efficiently 

• Problem-solving skills to analyze educational challenges and develop appropriate strategies 

• Conflict resolution and crisis management skills within an educational setting 

• Competency in using technology for administrative tasks, data collection, and instructional support 

 

KNOWLEDGE 

• In-depth understanding of special education laws and regulations (e.g., IDEA, FAPE, IEP process) 

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in special education and trauma-informed care 

• Familiarity with the needs and learning styles of individuals wi