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About the Role

The Director of Student Intervention Services is responsible for leading and coordinating all aspects of student intervention support programs. This role focuses on ensuring that students with diverse needs receive the necessary resources and interventions to succeed academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally. This role requires strong leadership skills, expertise in student support services, understanding of educational interventions, data analysis, collaboration with teachers and families, and a passion for student success.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a comprehensive intervention program covering academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and attendance issues.
Directly supervise the IEP Coordinator, Speech Language Therapists, Social Workers, ENL Interventionists, interventionists, and other related service providers.
Advise on the design, furnishings, and equipment for classrooms and facilities to support students with special education services.
Oversee and manage the implementation and effectiveness of Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions.
Uphold and enforce school discipline, attendance, and academic policies.
Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments to identify student needs and tailor interventions accordingly.
Coordinate the delivery of intervention services, ensuring consistency and alignment with the school's programmatic, curricular and instructional goals.
Guarantee access to the core curriculum for all students in collaboration with teachers, the student support team, and the school leadership team.
Continuously monitor and assess school program effectiveness, making data-informed adjustments to improve student outcomes.
Conduct assessments and screenings to identify students' attendance, academic, behavioral, and/or social-emotional needs.
Collaborate with the Committee of Special Education, IEP coordinator, ENL specialists, teachers, students, families, CCR team, and any support staff to develop and implement individualized intervention plans including BIPs.
Manage and coordinate student programs and schedules in alignment with their individual intervention plans.
Support with the supervision of Academic Intervention staff members relative to assigned tasks.
Participate in IEP meetings with CSE, as needed.
Collect and analyze student data to identify trends, areas of need, and opportunities for improvement.
Utilize various assessment tools and data management systems to track student progress and measure the impact of intervention strategies.
Complete and regularly report on the effectiveness of intervention programs to school administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders.
Ensure the implementation of personalized IEPs and/or any intervention plans and regularly monitor student progress toward established goals making changes as needed.
Plan for and facilitate regular student support team meetings and meetings for Special Education and ENL departments.
Provide professional development opportunities, guidance and support to teachers and staff on evidence-based intervention strategies, differentiated instruction, instructional techniques, assessment tools, and classroom management.
Attend demo lessons and participate in interviews with prospective staff members for Student Intervention, Special Education, ENL Specialists and related services.
Foster a collaborative and supportive school culture by working closely with teachers, administrators, and support staff.
Establish and maintain effective communication channels with families regarding student progress, intervention plans, and available resources.
Cultivate positive relationships with community organizations, agencies, and stakeholders to leverage additional resources and support for students.
Organize and facilitate workshops and informational sessions for families on various topics related to student intervention support.
Advise and monitor the annual budgets for ENL & special education services.
Oversee and direct the allocation of ENL & special education staff in accordance with state and local standards and student needs.
Review federal and state legislation/regulations related to ENL & special education; identify and share the impact of changes with the Leadership Team.
Facilitate compliance with legal mandates, and participate in due process procedures as requested by Leadership.
Supervise the IEP Coordinator in maintaining accurate spreadsheets and files of former and current students served in special education.
Prepare reports and information for charter authorizer, including the Annual Site Review documentation.
Maintain accurate documentation of ENL & special education service provision.
Stay current with research and best practices related to academic intervention strategies, instructional techniques, and evidence-based interventions.
Attend professional development conferences, workshops, and seminars to enhance knowledge and skills in the field of academic interventions.
Evaluate emerging technologies and resources for their potential to enhance intervention services and student outcomes.

Requirements

Master's degree in Education, Special Education, TESOL, Bilingual Education or English as a Second Language (ESL), School Counseling, or a related field
Bilingual; Spanish preferred
A minimum of five years of experience in education, with a focus on academic interventions, student support services, or a related area.
Experience working with students with diverse backgrounds and needs
Excellent in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.

Skills

Strong leadership skills to support in driving the school's vision, mission, and goals.
Ability to motivate and inspire staff, foster a positive school culture.
Proficient in intervention strategies, research-based instructional techniques, and assessment tools.
Skilled in data analysis and progress monitoring, capable of effectively interpreting and presenting data.
Exceptional leadership, time-management, organizational, problem-solving abilities, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work with diverse stakeholders including students, families and staff.
Well-versed in relevant laws, regulations, and best practices related to academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and attendance interventions.
Demonstrate high ethical standards, integrity, and a commitment to fairness and equity.
Commitment to self professional growth and development.

Location

Washington Heights
Inwood
Bronx

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum of five years of experience in education

Education Level

Master's degree

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
403B retirement plan with 5% match
Extensive professional development
All necessary instructional supplies and technology

About the Company

Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school that began as an idea among community members who longed to see more educational choices offered to the children of Washington Heights, Inwood and the Bronx.
All staff must be willing to commit to our mission: Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School will empower students in Washington Heights, Inwood and the Bronx to become agents for change through community-focused leadership, character development and college and career preparedness.
Our staff regard our student leaders as burgeoning assets to their community and help them develop the tools they need to be successful in college and beyond.
IAL is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience for all students we serve.
We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, flexible, and innovative as well as able to embody the IAL traits of leadership in their daily work (honesty, integrity, responsibility, caring and restraint).

Equal Opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire and promote without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.