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Special Education Principal

Do you have a passion for education and being a part of a mission-driven organization? Do you want to join a fast-growing company with excellent benefits, such as competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and so much more?

New Story School in Columbus, OH  is seeking a qualified Head of School/ Special Education Principal to maintain day-to-day operations at assigned locations. They will work to establish a strong culture with an emphasis on effective instruction, positivity, safety, and meeting the needs of all NSS students. The Head of School will also work to ensure that successful teaching and learning is occurring in all NSS classrooms at their assigned locations. They are expected to work closely with program coordinators to ensure proper support, training, and materials are available at their disposal in order to support teachers and classroom support staff. The Assistant Head of School should also expect to monitor the development of IEPs, Progress Reports, regular data review for classrooms, and participate in professional development for all staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Meets regularly with the Team to discuss the progress of students, staff, and review building status, plan professional development.
  • Communicates a shared vision of learning school-wide that supports improvements in student achievement.
  • Displays professionalism and leadership to maintain the image of NSS Columbus.
  • Plans/implements strategies to ensure tasks are completed within required time-frames.
  • Oversees the training and growth of NSS staff to provide excellent instruction and experiences for all students.
  • Maintains and upholds ethical practices and procedures to address and ensure safety throughout the building.
  •  Ensures all practices and procedures within the building align with ODE regulations and requirements.
  • Communicates regularly with , administration, staff, students and families to ensure information is delivered effectively.
  • Maintains healthy, working relationships with local school districts.
  • Facilitates committee meetings
  • Facilitates and monitor the work of program coordinators that include:
    • IEP Development
    •  IEP Progress Report completion
    • Classroom coaching
    •  Providing support to teachers as needed
    •  Data review
  •  Participates in teacher and support staff interviews with coordinators as needed.
  • Assists with enrollment and disenrollment procedures as necessary.
  • Actively participate in all other activities that fall within daily operation duties.

BENEFITS

Eligible New Story Employees will receive competitive pay and benefits including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401K with 100% vested company contribution
  • Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Incentive Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Rewards program which allows you to earn points to purchase items

New Story School is an educational organization comprised of special education schools in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with autism or emotional/behavioral disorders. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate with families, school districts, and community partners to empower children in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives

New Story Schools is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website https://newstoryschools.com/careers