Located on 220 acres near Boise, Idaho, Cherry Gulch is a small private, clinically-oriented, therapeutic residential treatment center for boys 5th through 9th grade. Our picturesque ranch setting lends itself to our staff and students as we work together to provide early behavior and academic intervention. Our goal is to help our students realize their full potential and foster healing and joy! We strive to build confidence and grow our students’ resiliency zones as they navigate their Hero's Journey. Cherry Gulch combines an ideal environment with research-based treatment programs. Our clinical expertise and academic resources allow us to serve students that haven’t experienced success in other programs, schools, or at home. Families find the support and healing they have been desperately searching for from the staff and parent community at Cherry Gulch.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Special Education Director to join our team. As an Special Education Director, you will be responsible for overseeing educational programs, managing projects, and providing coaching to the academic team . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education administration, specidal education teaching, progress tracking and student IEP's. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Research and develop educational programs to meet the needs of students
• Coordinate and manage projects related to curriculum development and program implementation
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure the quality of educational programs
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, such as school districts and student advacacy groups.
• - Oversee the student grading and EIP process and report informantion each students home district
• Monitor program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Education or related field required
• Must have current Administrator and Special Education endorsements.
• Minimum (2) years’ experience in administration
• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills, ability to lead and direct the work of others, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Intermediate-level PC skills required.

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We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

If you are passionate about mental health in education and have the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Special Education Endorsement (Required)
• School Administrator Endorsement (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Emmett, ID 83617: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person