Deliverables/Principal Results Expected:

 

·         Is responsible for all operations of the school

Upholds and enforces all operating policies, procedures, and safeguards that the Soaring Heights Schools as a division of Pyramid Healthcare, must adhere to Upholds and enforces all operating policies, procedures, and safeguards that the Soaring Heights Schools as a licensed private academic school through the Pennsylvania Department of Education, must adhere to

·         Plans, develops, and administers the annual budget in coordination with VP of Operations

·         Participates in strategic planning meetings, monthly division meetings, financial review meetings and operational specific meetings

Maintains and is responsible for monthly fiscal reporting and a monthly operating report. Operates as the direct supervisor to the teachers and/or facility support staff Advises/mentors direct reports on all job responsibilities Monitoring of Special Education programming that adheres to PDE standards and policy as well as student IEPs Complete and submit in a timely manner all licensing and renewal documentation to PDE to keep the school license current. Report all enrollment information and student in the PNPE report to PDE.

·         Monitoring  of standards and policies to maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff

Reviews IEPs before meetings and provides constructive feedback as needed Participates in IEP meetings Conducts formal teacher observations and evaluations Attends, guides and leads staff meetings as needed Participates in supervision meetings Main liaison for communications with families Main liaison for communication with school districts Conducts SHS tours for prospective school districts, families and professionals Audits new student referrals and initial student intakes Ensures that SHS staff follow mandated Childline reporting timelines and processes Ensures that SHS staff follow mandated timelines and processes for all safety measures Participates in external relationship development initiatives with school districts, referral sources and community partners Demonstrates and fosters a positive, open communication culture for SHS staff Responsible for interviewing and hiring for the school Maintains appropriate professional boundaries with SHS staff

·         Performs other duties as assigned

 

Education, Experience:

PA teaching certification in Special Education or Education preferred or leadership experience in a similar human service field. 5 years of teaching experience or leadership of a human service organization

Job-related Behavioral Characteristics:

Demonstrates professionalism, leadership, confidentiality, strong social communication skills, time-management, organization. Ability to develop a collaborate team.  Must possess skills to communicate effectively and interact well with people of diverse backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to problem solve by gathering and analyzing information, working well in an individual/ group problem solving situation, and showing initiative in problem solving. Maintains professionalism and does not show favoritism. Maintains consistency with clients, staff, visitors, and the public. Ability to handle a crisis situation and react appropriately. Flexible and adaptable. Ability to make decisions in an objective and ethical manner. Calm and decisive in crisis situations. Ability to sustain a team environment, drive continuous improvement projects, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent and ethical when dealing with clients, staff and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve as needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling and a relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.