What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Intervention Services position at Liberty Christian Academy?
The Director of Intervention Services is responsible for the coordination and oversight of intervention services. This individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing services, policies, and programs to support students with disabilities. This role is responsible for administering and supervising disability support services, including formation of reasonable accommodations and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This position will manage and have oversight of program operations and foster positive relationships with students and parents.
It is expected that the Director of Intervention Services will:
Spiritual Leadership
Have a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian school teaching.
Reflect the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity.
Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in all personal and professional matters.
Work with the administration and staff to address the spiritual formation needs of the students and staff.
Follow the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with conflict with students, parents, staff, and administration.
Administrative Leadership
Seek to accomplish the goals and objectives assigned by school administration and school policy.
Develop and implement program policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with community partners to enhance program effectiveness and promote positive outcomes for individuals served
Professional Responsibilities
Develop a plan and process for identification of and service to students in need of intervention
Oversee and ensure compliance with the Jon Peterson Special Needs scholarship program, including state requirements.
Coordinate services with public school district representatives
Attend all evaluation meetings
Guide parents through the intervention process
Assist faculty with the development of all student service plans.
Partner with faculty to provide resources and training as needed to properly implement services
Coordinate entrance assessments to prospective students to determine needs if applicable
Understand supervision and how to lead in a positive manner.
Meet on a regular basis with the rest of staff to ensure coordination of programs and prompt problem resolution. Provide input as needed for the school master calendar.
Respect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents, or staff.
Know the procedures for dealing with emergency situations in the classroom and school.
Deal directly and frankly with the school administration when honest differences exist in an earnest effort to resolve such differences.
Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations and feedback
Handles discipline of employees in accordance with school policy.
Required Professional Qualities
It is expected that the Director of Intervention Services will:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in special education required, Master’s degree with experience in the field preferred.
3-5 years administrative experience
Maintain or secure a valid relevant license through ODE
Have knowledge and understanding of federal, state and local employment laws
Must possess exceptional interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Ability to handle difficult situations with parents, staff, and leadership
Commitment to abide by a strict code of confidentiality
Proficient level of computer literacy (specifically Google Suite).
Obtain a current FBI/BCI background check.
It is expected that the Director of Intervention Services will:
Spiritual Leadership
Have a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian school teaching.
Reflect the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity.
Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in all personal and professional matters.
Work with the administration and staff to address the spiritual formation needs of the students and staff.
Follow the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with conflict with students, parents, staff, and administration.
Administrative Leadership
Seek to accomplish the goals and objectives assigned by school administration and school policy.
Develop and implement program policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with community partners to enhance program effectiveness and promote positive outcomes for individuals served
Professional Responsibilities
Develop a plan and process for identification of and service to students in need of intervention
Oversee and ensure compliance with the Jon Peterson Special Needs scholarship program, including state requirements.
Coordinate services with public school district representatives
Attend all evaluation meetings
Guide parents through the intervention process
Assist faculty with the development of all student service plans.
Partner with faculty to provide resources and training as needed to properly implement services
Coordinate entrance assessments to prospective students to determine needs if applicable
Understand supervision and how to lead in a positive manner.
Meet on a regular basis with the rest of staff to ensure coordination of programs and prompt problem resolution. Provide input as needed for the school master calendar.
Respect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents, or staff.
Know the procedures for dealing with emergency situations in the classroom and school.
Deal directly and frankly with the school administration when honest differences exist in an earnest effort to resolve such differences.
Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations and feedback
Handles discipline of employees in accordance with school policy.
Required Professional Qualities
It is expected that the Director of Intervention Services will:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in special education required, Master’s degree with experience in the field preferred.
3-5 years administrative experience
Maintain or secure a valid relevant license through ODE
Have knowledge and understanding of federal, state and local employment laws
Must possess exceptional interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Ability to handle difficult situations with parents, staff, and leadership
Commitment to abide by a strict code of confidentiality
Proficient level of computer literacy (specifically Google Suite).
Obtain a current FBI/BCI background check.
