Assistant Program Director, Alternative Programs at Blackburn

Job Title: Assistant Program Director, Alternative Programs at Blackburn(ESP, SSP, Blackburn)

Alternative Program Location: 

Expelled Students Program (ESP), Secondary Success Program (SSP), and Blackburn – 2606 Hamilton Street, Omaha, NE 68131

Reports To: Program Director, Blackburn High School

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 12 months / Exempt              

Salary Schedule: OSAA Level 5 /  Salary credit may be awarded for applicable experience.  Placement on the salary schedule will follow the applicable agreement.  

Position Purpose:  

The Assistant Program Directors of the Alternative Programs (Expelled Students Program, Secondary Success Program, Blackburn)  are instructional leaders in the program.  OPS seeks excellent leaders who can prepare all students for college, career, and community leadership.  The Assistant Program Directors assume joint responsibility with the Program Director at Blackburn for the effective administration of the assigned Alternative Programs (Expelled Students Program, Secondary Success Program, Blackburn) and all facets of its instructional program.  These individuals will serve as the daily on-site leader at a designated alternative program site as the Program Director is housed at Blackburn. 

Under the direction of the Program Director, this individual is responsible for supervising and evaluating all certified and non-certified staff assigned to the designated program.  The Assistant Program Director is responsible for providing leadership in establishing expectations for student attendance, conduct, and learning performance.  This individual will exhibit strong standards of professional ethics when relating to staff, students, parents, administration, and the community.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of developments in the middle and high school curriculum and instruction and assist in providing leadership in determining the appropriateness of incorporating current strategies.


• Maintain the district’s overall mission, assist in supporting and implementing board policies and the academic action plan school-wide with staff and students


• Assist in developing and supporting curriculum and instructional growth to enhance educational opportunities for all students.


• Under the direction of the Program Director, assume responsibility for creating and maintaining the school schedule and using school data to inform and advise decision making.


• Responsible for enrolling and onboarding students entering the Expelled Students Program.


• Monitor and provide staff development on the use of Infinite Campus, including all the functions therein, including but not limited to attendance, grade books, student information, and discipline.


• Monitor and use relevant data to effect change in instructional practices enhancing student learning.


• Maintain effective communication with all supporting divisions within the Omaha Public School district, staff, students, and community.


• Assist in the maintenance of accurate budgetary information essential to the running of the educational facility.


• Assist in providing leadership for a collaborative team to ensure that curriculum and instructional initiatives are student-focused and aligned with the District’s mission, beliefs, and school goals and improvement plans.


• Works collaboratively with the Program Director and Leadership staff in completing teacher appraisals including, but not limited to, conducting observations, feedback conferences, and coaching visits for continuous growth.


• Adhere to the district evaluation process related to both classified and non-classified staff.


• Ability to work outside of normal business hours or weekends.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Minimum of a Master's Degree with a major emphasis in educational administration and supervision required.


• A valid Nebraska Administrative Certificate with endorsement in the area of secondary administration and supervision.


• A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience required.  Successful teaching experience in a multiculturally diverse urban setting preferred. 


• Demonstrates understanding of the function and needs of alternative education.


• Demonstrates a clear understanding of an urban school district's philosophy, purpose, and function.


• Demonstrates empathy for helping to lead a strong, diverse urban educational environment.


• Exemplary communication and organizational skills.


• Exemplary skills in leadership and interpersonal relations.


• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.


• Knowledge of current educational trends/issues impacting the secondary school setting.


• Demonstrates the promotion of life-long learning by assisting in providing pertinent professional development in both the academic curriculum as well as cultural proficiency and awareness of understanding diversity.


• The skills pertinent to fostering positive human relationships and working effectively with students, the instructional staff, and the community. 


•  A continuous quest for quality education.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Program Director and Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment:  This position may require the ability to use Interactive boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines.  Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel:  Limited travel between schools and central offices will be required. Occasional travel outside of Omaha or Nebraska may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.


• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Work in school building environments.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and other stakeholders.


• Will be working under the direct supervision of the building administration in order to complete day-to-day tasks.


• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.


• Must understand and respond appropriately to stakeholder needs and maintain a positive attitude with all.


• Expected to interact with all internal and external stakeholders in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

• In order for schools and programs to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.


• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.


• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.


• Regular attendance is essential.

Terms of Employment 

This position is treated as a full-time, exempt certified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment or teaching in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative. 

Terms of employment are contingent upon: 

• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license. 


• A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students. 


• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States. 


• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position). 


• Execution and delivery to OPS of an Administrator Contract presented by OPS.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)   

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.