Associate Superintendent

Serves as a chief administrative leader for the assigned Boys Town special educational school system and programs. This role will provide leadership and oversight for the educational programs that support our short-term/specialized curricula, through the Residential Treatment Center, Day Schools, and intervention and assessment program.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Oversees and coordinates all administrative duties for the assigned school system groups and programs.

• In partnership with the Boys Town Superintendent, this role assigns, supervises, and evaluates all special education/program personnel and support services team members.

• Administers all aspects of the programs, within scope of responsibility, to include development, implementation of a master schedule, staffing assignments, student scheduling, transportation, custodial, hiring, and allocation of resources.

• Designs, implements, and manages a system of information management to track student enrollment and attendance. Provides needed information to accurately bill for regular and special education.

• Supervises the conduct of both students and staff, within the assigned programs/schools, ensures due process, and maintains records on all disciplinary actions.

• Supervises the safety and maintenance of the assigned school facilities and sites.

• Provides regular program audits to assure compliance with state and federal regulations and all funding guidelines; provides timely reports of proposed and adopted state and federal regulations, to include oversight of special education teacher certification, staff development activities, and all special education processing, to meet state and federal guidelines.

• Oversees the preparation of the annual budget for programs supported and presents it to leadership, as applicable.

Oversees the educational components of the special education programs, to meet the needs of the students and families served.

• Develops and implements curriculum, program, and procedures designed to meet the educational needs of all identified special education students enrolled at service delivery sites.

• Serves as a consultant to teachers and other school staff for remediation of communication disorders for identified students.

• Demonstrates concern and respect for individual students, assumes major responsibility for academic and social growth of each student, and cares for student health and well-being during the school day.

• Maintains a high level of professional competence via in-service education, self-selected professional education, and curriculum development.

• Initiates and follows up on contract with other school districts for services provided.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated leadership skills in management, administration, observation, communication, and collaboration.

• Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations.

• Knowledge in curriculum, educational supervision, and instruction.

• High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills. Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external contacts in an articulate, professional manner, while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.

• Ability to successfully lead a team of education and administration professionals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in secondary education administration or a closely related field required.

• Minimum 7 years of education administration experience, including special education supervision is required.

• Travel to various school sites required.

• Nebraska Administrative Certificate with Education Specialist or Doctorate required.

• Endorsement in Superintendent PK-12 required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctorate degree preferred.

Diversity is more than a commitment at Boys Town—it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.