Director of Boys Town Day School

• Administers the school programs including development and implementation of the master schedule, staffing assignments, student scheduling, and allocation of resources.
• Develops staff through observation and feedback, coaching and modeling of best instructional practices.
• Recruits and makes recommendations regarding the hiring of employees.
• Coordinates transportation, custodial, and other support services.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget and supervises the expenditure of all allocated funds.
• Supervises the records of student achievement and attendance ensuring accuracy and security.
• Supervises safety and maintenance of school facilities.
• Supervises the conduct of both students and staff within the school, ensures due process, and maintains records on all disciplinary actions.
• Demonstrates concern and respect for individual students, assumes major responsibility for the academic/social skills growth of each student, and cares for student's health and well-being during the school day.
• Interacts with various professionals and family members regarding individual student progress, communicates with other administrators, counselors, and teachers regarding individual student needs and progress.
• Evaluates and reports on individual student progress to appropriate staff members.
• Prioritizes and directs initiatives and activities that reflect and contribute to the values, principles, and fulfillment of the Boys Town mission.
• Establishes and maintains an environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration, and ethical behavior; supports members of the management team and their work.
• Creates opportunities to connect with students, teachers, and staff by maintaining regular and reliable attendance.
• Maintains strong communication with all stakeholders, including School Districts, Case Managers and families.
• Collaborates with the Director of Special Education to ensure program needs are aligned with student needs.

• Implements the school curriculum, along with various programs, and procedures designed to meet the needs of students and follow program guidelines and direction.
• Implements policies and procedures.
• Participates development of Individualized Educational Plans when appropriate.

• Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations of Nebraska.
• Knowledge of community attitudes toward the schools, sources of school support, community expectations for the schools, curriculum and instructional theory and practices, and management principles and leadership techniques.
• Ability to modify or adapt general education curriculum.

• A Nebraska Administrative Certification OR Supervisor of Special Education OR currently enrolled in a program to obtain certification within 2 years of transfer or hire required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in education including in a school supervisory or administrative capacity required.

• Experience in special education is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Boys Town Model preferred.

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

• Extended periods of time in a classroom environment or at a keyboard, workstation, or desk; reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families.Work is typically in a normal educational school administrative or classroom environment but may be performed in a variety of environments ranging from highly stressful and potentially aggressive (physical interventions, escorts, etc.) to casual and leisurely, in both indoor and outdoor settings and may be subject to outside weather conditions occasionally. Includes constant interruptions, inappropriate behaviors, and the potential for verbal and physical threats from youth.

Care and respect for others 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 belonging 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. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, 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.