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Job description
Full Time Lee Summit, MO, US
Director Special Education
Salary: $65,000.00 Annually
KVC Academy Kansas City
Location: Lee's Summit Campus Salary: S tarting at $65,000 annually and is determined based on education and years of experience.
Job Summary
The Director of Special Education is responsible for all Special Education School Treatment Services provided at KVC Academy. This position provides the guidance, planning, direction and monitoring to ensure achievement of targeted goals and outcomes, including full enrollment per budget capacity; compliance with DESE and TJC standards, program contracts, and Agency procedures, standards, and policies.
Education & Experience
Master’s degree in Special Education or related field.
Five (5) years’ experience with BD/SED students and school administration
Responsibilities
Provides leadership, program development and execution of all Special Education – School Treatment Services
Ensures compliance with regulations, program contracts and grants, state regulations, licensing requirements and other accrediting entities.
Accountable for managing and maintaining program census/enrollment at budgeted capacities.
Monitors program outcomes, including IEPs and students’ academic performance and behavioral assessments, quality assurance and improvement strategies.
Provides direction to all special education staff including the associate school directors, teachers, teachers aids and therapists.
Coordinates with Director of Residential Services and Director of Social Services on students’ performance for students residing on the campus.
Completes assigned community contacts and develops positive working relationships with key referring community agencies for marketing and referrals.
Participates in leadership team, designated work groups to achieve strategic and annual goals, improve quality and strengthen staff core competencies across all regions.
Paid Time Off
Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.
Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.
Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.
403(b) with Company Match
Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.
Tuition Reimbursement
Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement
Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.
Employee Assistance Program
Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.
Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.
Why KVC?
KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).
At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.
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Worksite address
kansas city, MO, 64101, US
Who can apply
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