thehelixschool
Interim Academic Director
San Rafael, California · Director
Sponsorship not specified$14k-$22kDetected 14 days ago
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About the role
- The Academic Director of Secondary Education provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for The Helix School's High School and Transition Programs.
- This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based educational programming that prepares students for meaningful post-secondary outcomes, including employment, community participation, independent living, and continuing education.
Responsibilities
- Support implementation of evidence-based instructional practices for autistic learners.
- Support vocational, community-based, and independent living instruction.
- Develop partnerships with community organizations, employers, and vocational agencies.
- Support staff in writing goals, progress reports, and transition plans.
- Maintain positive relationships with school districts and outside agencies.
- Develop strong collaborative relationships with families.
- Support ongoing communication regarding student progress and transition planning.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience working with autistic students and/or students with developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of transition planning, vocational programming, and IDEA requirements.
- Experience leading IEP meetings and collaborating with districts and families.
- Master's Degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred
- California Education Specialist Credential or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of educational leadership or supervisory experience.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to relationship-based, neurodiversity-affirming educational practices.
Nice to have
- Position Summary
- Academic Leadership
- Provide instructional leadership and coaching to High School and Transition Program teachers.
- Ensure curriculum alignment with state standards, transition goals, and individualized student needs.
- Monitor student progress and use data to guide instructional decision-making.
- Transition Program Oversight
- Oversee development and implementation of transition programming for students ages 14-22.
- Ensure compliance with IDEA transition planning requirements.
Compensation
- $14k-$22k
Benefits
- The Academic Director collaborates closely with clinical staff, teachers, families, districts, and community partners to support student success while maintaining compliance with IEPs and educational best practices.
- Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention of educational staff.
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