Regional Director

Company Overview

Shine on as a Regional Director

In special education and alternative education settings nationwide, the team members of Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) shine a positive light on students who need academic, emotional, social, and behavioral support and uncover the unique learner within. Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.

Overview

About Us

SESI Schools provides specialized education programming for K-12 students who require additional educational and positive behavioral supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. Every child deserves to reach their full potential and we’re looking to hire an exceptional principal who will play an essential role in fueling student success.

Why Join Us

Are you looking for a new opportunity to make an impact in the lives of students? Join us at SESI Schools, where we are proving what is possible for students with unique needs. We offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching
• Bonus Eligible
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3000
• Continued training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth
  
  

Responsibilities

The Opportunity

The Regional Director provides oversight and support to programs located in their region and ensures a high-quality, safe learning environment for all enrolled students.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties as assigned.

• Overall regionregion/program management. Ensure all programmatic, operational and compliance related goals and objectives for students, staff, and customers meet and exceed benchmark goals.
• Manage all budgeting, forecasting, and financial management within region. Ensure all business objectives are met. Develop and lead growth initiatives within the region.
• Intimately understand and implement the terms and conditions of all contracts and state-level certification requirements for all programs within the region.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with representatives of School and District partners. Along with School Directors and Executive Directors, ensure maintenance of customer relationships year-over-year.
• Develop a strategic plan for optimal renewal of contracts for the region each year. Carry out appropriate renewal activity throughout the year.
• Assume active lead role in the start-up of all new programs within the region.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with all corporate support service departments to assure effective use of resources within the region, ensure compliance with all contract and state-level certification requirements as well as with appropriate laws and corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensure program quality and effective program evaluation; monitor and provide guidance on student performance and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting programs in the region.
• Oversee performance and effectiveness of School Directors and Executive Directors to assure that school staff functions well and program goals are attained.
• With support of the HR department, oversee recruitment, selection, evaluation, retention, and, if necessary, termination of direct service staff. Ensure appropriate bench strength across the region.
• Assure that assembled staff can demonstrate appropriate skills, ability and training to meet the demands of the education programs within the region. Responsible for staff development and performance management.
• Act as a role model for establishing appropriate positive morale and attitude toward work and organization.
• Maintain appropriate and regular communication with staff.
• Assist School Directors and Executive Directors to resolve problems quickly and effectively as they arise.
• Assure that instructional staff, physical facilities, instructional materials, and equipment are adequate.
• Keep appropriate corporate support staff informed of contract activities.
• Communicate regularly with and provide needed information to supervisors.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Master's Degree preferred Bachlor’s degree required in Special Education, Educational Leadership/Administration, Social Services or other related fields from an accredited college or university
• 5 years experience working with students with behavioral challenges and/or at risk youth preferred.
• 3 years of direct supervisory experience
• Experience program management in education preferred
• Able to travel frequently throughout the region
  
  

Posted Salary Range

USD $105,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
• Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
• Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
• Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students
• Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.