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Regional Curriculum & Instruction Specialist at Atlantis… · Central…
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Job Description
| Starting Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 /year based on experiencePLUS$2,000 Annual Education Stipend! |
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| Environment: Special Education Programs, Grades K-12 |
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| Regional Assignment: N./Central California -Fairfield|Redding | | --- |
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking a Regional Curriculum & Instruction Specialist to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression, and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you're passionate about special education, thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and outcome-focused environment, and possess a proactive approach, creative problem-solving skills, a positive outlook, and an unwavering commitment to student success — We Should Talk!
As the Regional Curriculum & Instruction Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies for all schools within an assigned region; leading directly to meaningful student achievement. Serving as the primary educational compliance expert, you will uphold all relevant laws, regulations, and internal standards related to educational services and serve as a positive, collaborative team member within the assigned area, providing ongoing and open communication among all locations and departments.
‖ Responsibilities Include:
- Serving as instructional leader for your assigned area; ensuring the implementation of Spectrum’s educational policies, procedures and standards which are aligned to California State Frameworks/Content Standards, CDE and educational law.
- Providing support, guidance, and supervision to teachers in educational assessment, curriculum, instruction, classroom systems and state standards; and ensuring the use of evidence-based teaching strategies for all assigned campuses by providing training, coaching and feedback.
- Overseeing both the formal and informal academic assessment procedures for campuses in assigned area to monitor student progress and rates of student achievement.
- Providing training and support to on-site education teams in the use of student data for instructional decision-making purposes including the use of evidence based instructional practices/strategies to achieve high rates of student growth and achievement.
- Overseeing implementation of on-site intervention instruction and curriculum with an emphasis on direct instruction in the areas of reading, writing, spelling, and math for students performing below grade level.
- Researching and making recommendations for the use of evidence-based curricula in assigned area classrooms which meet the requirements set forth by the Department of Education
- Providing oversight to area education teams on lesson plans, transcripts, report cards, grading system, and progress reports for the academic classrooms.
- Guiding each campus’s instructional staff in development of long term and short-term classroom goals and assisting in determination of priorities and timelines for implementation.
- Conducting regular quality assurance checks for assigned campuses at the individual student, staff, classroom, and site level and making recommendations for improvement.
- Assessing the training needs of all instructional staff within assigned area, and designing staff development plans which include training, follow-up monitoring, coaching and feedback.
- Providing training and support within the assigned area to education coordinators, teachers, and related services providers in the IEP process including but not limited to, IEP goal review, IEP meeting participation, and transition planning support.
- Supporting the implementation of classroom systems including tracking behavior improvement and reinforcement.
- Establishing and maintaining effective communication with parents, care providers and district personnel in assigned area, always projecting a positive and professional company image and participating as a liaison when required.
- Attending and participating in all required on-site and regional meetings, and participating in staff development through conferences, trainings, and seminars to maintain and develop core competencies.
- Performing additional duties and special projects as assigned to support program success and continuous organizational improvement.
‖ Qualifications Required:
- Master's degree or higher in education, special education, educational leadership or a closely related field of study.
- Meet all state and district requirements for appropriate licensing and/or credentials.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid CA state special education credential.
- Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a valid CA state driver’s license.
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
- Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content areas and instruction.
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with severe learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other related disabilities.
- Prior experience and highly skilled in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
- Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs that help move them toward realistic goals.
- Knowledge and understanding of state and/or national education content standards.
- Highly skilled in building relationships with students, parents, teachers and community and/or business partners.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining organization and attention to detail.
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!
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At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chanceto transform lives through education!
‖ Perks and Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Annual Education Stipend - $2,000
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health Insurance
- Accrual-based Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
- And So Much More!
If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance!
Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!
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