Academic Director, Child Crisis Services

This Opportunity:

The primary responsibilities of the Academic Director, Child Crisis Services is to ensure that all residents receive appropriate educational instruction that complies with state academic standards in a PRTF setting. The Academic Director, Crisis Services will be heavily involved in the licensing process under the nonpublic school classification in NC. This position coordinates closely with clinical and behavioral treatment teams so that education supports each youth’s overall treatment plan. Coordination and working with the State, Department of Public Instruction, and other stakeholders across the state to ensure that all educational requirements are being met.

What You'll Do:

Ensure that teaching staff comply with all regulatory educational requirements

Hiring and onboarding of all teaching staff

Maintain curriculum compliance while providing support to teaching staff

Monitor academic progress and adjust instruction as needed

Ensure that all documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner

Coordinate academic services with clinical and therapeutic teams, including speech and OT services, ensuring educational goals align with each resident’s treatment plan

Provide supervision to teachers and educational staff

Support safe and structured learning environments tailored to the needs of the youth

Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations

Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures

Maintain training as required and requested

Complete all other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor

Driving and travel may be required

Education We're Looking For:

Masters: Education (Required)

Certifications We're Looking For:

Drivers License (Valid) - USA, Valid North Carolina teaching license in Special Education: EC General Curriculum (K–12) or Cross-Categorical (K–12) - North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Experience We're Looking For:

Experience in teaching with progressing experience. | 3 Years | Required Experience working with children/adolescents with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder | Not Required Supervisory Experience | 1 Year | Required

Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8am-5pm)

Target Weekly Hours:

40