Provides leadership and engages with youth and teachers to coordinate educational efforts for those who have special educational needs.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Supervises special education, administrative, and counseling activities for students enrolled in Home Campus schools.
Leadership and Management
- Participates in recruiting and makes recommendations regarding the hiring of employees; assists with leading, developing, and evaluating school personnel.
- Supports the development of staff through observation and feedback, coaching and modeling of best instructional practices.
- Coaches staff to ensure professional growth and development, attainment of instructional goals, implementation of curriculum, and effective use of all staff-based and facility-based resources.
- Coordinates staff participation in the UNO program and other course work leading to Nebraska Special Education certification.
- Provides oversight of special education teacher certification, staff development activities, and special education processing to meet state and federal guidelines.
- Prioritizes and directs initiatives and activities that reflect and contribute to the values, principles, and fulfillment of the Boys Town mission.
- Maintains a commitment to support a strong system of accountability that supports student learning and instruction.
- Participates in maintaining an environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration, and ethical behavior; supports members of the management team and their work.
- Identifies opportunities for school-wide growth; and takes initiative to foster an environment of continuous innovative growth.
- Creates opportunities to connect with students, teachers, and staff by maintaining regular and reliable attendance.
- Provides regular program audits to assure compliance with all state and federal regulations and all funding guidelines; provides timely reports of proposed and adopted state and federal regulations.
- Prepares and monitors budget for Special Education programs.
- Assumes responsibilities of and assists the Principal as needed.
Academics and Instruction of the Special Education Program
- Stays informed of trends in instructional design, teaching methods, technology, etc. and assists teachers with implementation, and review of new curriculum tools and concepts.
- Develops and implements curriculum, program, and procedures designed to meet the educational needs of all identified special education students enrolled at service delivery sites.
- Interacts with various professionals and family members regarding individual student progress. Communicates with other administrators, counselors, and teachers regarding any changes in the student's needs.
- Assists with the planning and execution of professional learning aligned with school-wide goals and objectives.
- Assists with maintaining records on all disciplinary actions, achievements, and attendance.
- Provides for appropriate and accurate assessment and designation of referred students; designs, implements, and manages the IEP process for students complying with all state and federal regulations.
- Initiates and follows up on contracts with other school districts for services provided.
- Participates in Child Study Team meetings and in the development of Individualized Educational Plans when appropriate.
Engaging and Equitable Student Experience
- Maintains strong communication with all stakeholders.
- Supports and maintains an inclusive working and learning culture that fosters FFBH's mission and vision.
- Collaborates with the Director of Special Education to assist with program implementation to ensure the program aligns with student needs.
- Demonstrates concern and respect for individual students, assumes major responsibility for each student's academic/social skills growth, and cares for student's health and well-being during the school day.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- High level of professional competence via in-service education, self-selected professional education, and curriculum development.
- Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations of Nebraska.
- Ability to communicate at all levels in the organization and with external contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining the necessary degree of confidentiality.
- Ability to motivate others and lead publicly with strong values.
- Ability to adapt responses to situations while maintaining procedural and regulatory integrity.
- Ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment, meet deadlines, and execute tasks while maintaining high-quality work.
- Demonstrate integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed with a passion for the organization.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of the Boys Town Model.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's Degree in School Administration or Supervisor of Special Education required.
- Endorsement in Special Education required.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in special education required.
- Current Nebraska Teaching Certificate required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
- Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.
- Extended periods of time in a classroom environment or at a keyboard, workstation, or desk; reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families. Work is typically in a normal educational school administrative environment involving minimal exposure to physical risks.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. About Boys Town: Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.
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Boys Town
tuition assistance, 401(k), retirement plan
May 22, 2025