Education Director - Chelsea Day Treatment Program

$3,750 Sign-On Bonus!!!! Spurwink Services is looking for an experienced and dynamic Education Director for our Chelsea Day Treatment Program. This position works closely with other program leaders to ensure the provision of special education services in compliance with the Maine Department of Education regulations. Spurwink's Chelsea Day Treatment program is located on a 60-acre campus in Chelsea, Maine, a rural town just south of Augusta. The program works with students in grades K-12+ from multiple area schools to provide a therapeutic milieu that fosters academic, social, and emotional growth. The school currently has ten classrooms, with additional space for Speech/Language, Occupational Therapy, and clinical services. The campus also has facilities for vocational training and recreational opportunities. Robust Benefits Package: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service) Identity Theft Insurance Pet Insurance BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE: Flexibility of Schedules Career Advancement Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000 annually) Student Loan Assistance Generous Paid Time Off Verizon & Sprint Cell Phone Discounts Opportunity for Same Day Pay DUTIES: Manage and coordinate daily operations of school programs. Coordinate referrals and ongoing services with district Special Education Directors Supervise Special Education Teachers, Educational Technicians, and related staff. Facilitate IEP meetings and support teachers in creating effective IEPs. Oversee student educational programs - Organize ongoing professional development opportunities. Function as part of a multi-disciplinary team. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 3 years classroom teaching experience (282 certifications preferred), Master's degree in Education (or comparable field), and two years supervisory experience. Must be eligible to obtain 282, 079, 035, or 030 certification through the Maine Department of Education. Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.