READS Academy Program Director/Principal

The READS Academy is a public day program providing highly specialized education and therapeutic support to students in grades PreK - 12 . Enrollment ranges from 95-120. The Program Director oversees all programming and staffing for the entire Academy with support from members of the building based administrative Team. Performance Responsibilities Programmatic Duties Provide on-going coordination of READS Academy Programs Coordinate referral, intake and termination procedures for all students Work with LEA personnel regarding all matters pertaining to the case management of students in READS programs Coordinate IEP development and annual review process for all students Maintain communication with parents of students as needed Evaluate program effectiveness and make recommendations for additions and changes as needed Manage overall daily operations, including communication with building based administrative Team members, transportation schedule, program scheduling issues, parent communication, therapy services, materials and supplies, etc. Work with staff to ensure the curriculum is aligned with Mass. Curriculum Frameworks Work with staff to develop appropriate Alternative Assessment strategies Develop and implement parent programs as needed Attend administrative team meetings Personnel Duties Assist in recruitment, interviewing, selection, and onboarding, of staff members Assist with supervision, evaluation, and overall management of all teachers, paraprofessionals, nurses, and therapists Assist with the development of appropriate in-service training for staff Fiscal Duties Assist in budget preparation, including personnel, equipment, and supplies Assist with ordering and management of inventory of necessary equipment, instructional materials, and supplies Assist with coordination of enrollment and tuition billing information with the Business Office Assist in grant writing as needed Administrative Duties Work with the Executive Director to evaluate programs and identify future program and service needs for students Assist in the development of new programs and services, including budget preparation, grant writing, staff development, etc. Assist the Executive Director in meeting the needs of member districts Other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director

Salary : $118,000 - $130,000