Principal at Rivermont Schools
Join Rivermont Schools in Virginia, where we provide therapeutic education for students ages 2-22 with autism, behavioral challenges, and unique learning needs. With a 35-year legacy, our accredited programs help students develop emotional and behavioral skills, empowering them to reach milestones and prepare for a return to their home schools.
What we offer: $10,000 sign-on bonus!
• Compensation: Base salary ranging from $80,000.00 to $100,000.00, depending on education and experience.
• Relocation Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Flexible Schedule: Adaptable work schedule aligned with the school division calendar.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education.
• Health & Wellness Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, along with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company contributions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervises staff and daily operations to assure adherence to all established school policies and procedures.
- Assures proper maintenance of educational and counseling documentation/records.
- Responsible for scheduling of staff and activities consistent with all Department of Education (DOE) regulations and accreditation standards.
- Assists in preparation of campus budget.
- Assures the proper assessment of students and their appropriate placement in classes based upon needs.
- Provides written curriculum guides and support materials to serve as a basis for implementing the curriculum.
- Assures adequate materials, supplies and equipment are available to effectively perform daily operations.
- Reports student status and progress to special education directors, appropriate agencies, parents, and other appropriate sources.
- Responsible for all transportation to include scheduling, safety, and vehicle maintenance.
- Maintains compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Collaborates and coordinates with other agencies to improve/increase services.
- Supports and fosters a team environment.
- Collects data, monitors and continuously improves quality of service outcome indicators.
- Schedules staff development activities for staff.
- Purchases school materials, supplies, and equipment which support the mission of the school.
- Responds to and manages behavioral crisis situations Builds and maintains relationships with students that are positive and professional.
- Responsible for public health, safety, and sanitation of the school
- Liaisons with Human Resources on complex issues such as Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Worker’s Compensation, recruitment, disciplinary actions, employee engagement, etc.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in special education, education or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Strong experience in creating, implementing, and managing individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Possesses a collaborative mindset with the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for Special Education through patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students with special needs succeed.
Located throughout Virginia, Rivermont schools provide a therapeutic educational program for students ages 5-22 in grades kindergarten through 12 with special needs, including those associated with autism spectrum disorder, behavioral challenges, and have difficulty learning in a traditional school setting. 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. Rivermont Schools is part of the New Story network of schools, clinics, and services.
New Story (the parent company) 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 Rivermont Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website http://www.rivermontschools.com/
