Gershautism

Gershautism

Assistant Principal (Issaquah, WA)

Issaquah, WA · Principal · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$50k-$65kDetected 14 days ago
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About the role

  • Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student's unique learning style.
  • This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a passion for fostering academic, social, and emotional growth among our students. ***Please note, Gersh Autism is a year-round school program.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and mentor teachers and support staff, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices for supporting students with autism.
  • Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.

Nice to have

  • Training in crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies.
  • Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.

Skills

  • For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential.

Compensation

  • Collaborate with therapists and educators to ensure cohesive and consistency across the IEP process that drives student placements for annual review meetings and impartial hearings.

Benefits

  • Assist the Principal in the overall administration and management of the school, ensuring adherence to Gersh Autism's mission and educational philosophy.
  • Supervise instructional programs, evaluate lesson plans, observe classes and encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child development.
  • Serve as an integral partner in the work of creating a positive school culture that promotes student engagement, behavioral support, and social-emotional learning.
  • Assist with scheduling, resource allocation, and operational planning to maintain an effective learning environment.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding special education services.

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