What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal of Early Childhood Intensive Behavior Program - 2025-2026 School Year position at Butler County ESC?
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Butler County Educational Service Center
February 24, 2025
POSITION: Principal of Early Childhood Intensive Behavior Program
STARTING DATE: August 2025
SALARY: Based upon the approved Governing Board Salary Schedule
WORK YEAR: Full Time - 200 Days
DEADLINE: Until Filled
APPLY TO: Apply by clicking here.
BENEFITS: Employees are eligible for some or all of the following benefits based on their position.
Medical/Dental/Vision – no waiting period. Benefits
Paid sick time
Summers off – for all school-based employees
Holiday pay or Non-Contract days
Group Life Insurance
Savings plans – American Fidelity
Employee Assistance Program - Anthem EAP
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Public Service Loan Forgiveness
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Principal is responsible for total oversight and daily operation of the Early Childhood Intensive Behavior program.
To oversee instructional services to the students in an alternative setting in a manner that is compatible with students’ learning and achievement.
To oversee academic, social and behavioral supports to students whose significant social, emotional, and behavioral challenges severely impede their educational progress.
To oversee the creation and implementation of individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs), instructional strategies, and therapeutic supports to help students achieve success in the least restrictive environment.
The Principal will ensure that staff members are using data driven practices to enhance student’s academic, functional, social emotional successes in the student’s least restrictive environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of a master's degree or higher.
Valid Ohio certificate/license to serve as an Early Childhood Principal (PreK-3)
At least three (3) years of exemplary teaching experience.
Holds a valid Ohio Department of Education intervention specialist license (Preferred)
Experience with students who have significant behaviors and limited communication skills
Ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the concerns of staff/students/parents/school partners in a timely manner, and resolve problem situations in a positive manner
Demonstrated leadership ability and willingness/ability to work as a team member
Strong knowledge of educational strategies
Able to use a variety of communication methods to build relationships.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and district policies related to assigned functions.
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and work productively with all levels of district staff, students, parents and the general public.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to handle problem situations in a tactful, courteous and respectful manner
Experience using Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.
Excellent organizational skills.
Able to use technology to effectively manage data and information.
Ability to analyze and summarize data related to assessment results and develop plans of action to address a variety of program issues and concerns.
Confer with supervisors regarding progress, concerns and recommendations
Valid driver’s license and daily access to personal vehicle.
History of excellent job attendance.
Must pass criminal background checks and be free from communicable disease.
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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and work year as established by the Governing Board. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non - prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Personnel.
The Butler County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, handicap, color, sex or national origin. The regulations of Title VI, VII (Civil Rights Acts of 1984), Equal Pay act of 1963, Americans With Disabilities Act, Title IX, and the Drug free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 are followed. (If you need an accommodation to interview, contact Human Resources by the deadline.
