Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families.

We provide innovative programs and services that empower people. We provide care and support to more than 15,000 children and adults annually. With over 80 locations throughout Central New York, we employ medical, clinical, and therapeutic personnel, teachers, social service staff, maintenance, clerical, and general support staff.

We are hiring a Vice President of Education Services/Superintendent of Schools to join our growing team. This position will be responsible for administering, coordinating, and leading Upstate Caring Partners NYSED approved 4410 preschool and 853 school age programs that include integrated supports of applied behavior analysis for our students.

If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.

Core Responsibilities

• Develops and executes education programs that focus on integration, inclusion, and learning opportunities for all students.
• Coordinates the activities of and provides leadership to special education teachers and support staff.
• Ensures that policies and procedures are implemented and performed in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Drafts, maintains, and implements policies and procedures for a successful special education program including evaluation, placement, and individualized education and training.
• Meets and collaborates with departmental staff on a regular basis to assess progress of programs and initiatives, participates in short and long-range planning, and addresses and resolves problems.
• Communicates with parents, caregivers, and other stakeholders to explain educational programs and to answer questions.
• Builds and maintains relationships in the community to foster understanding of and support for UCPs education programs.
• Develop, monitor, and revise as applicable the school calendar budget.
• Maintains current knowledge of laws and regulations related to special education.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Outstanding managerial and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with students, staff, parents and regulatory and professional agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective and cooperative working relationships built on trust.
• Ability to negotiate with people with different or opposing viewpoints.
• Thorough understanding of pedagogy and various implementation options.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• NYS certification as a School District Administrator required.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field. 
• Minimum 5-years’ experience work in the Education field. 
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License, travel is required.
• This position has regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with individuals receiving services and is required by law to be fingerprinted for a criminal history record check per regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere.  We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave) 
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

EEO Statement

Upstate Caring Partners is fully committed to employing a diverse workforce.  We recruit and retain talented individuals without regard to gender, race, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. 

How to Apply

Submit an online application: www.upstatecpjobs.org

About Upstate Caring Partners

Empowering people through exceptional opportunities. Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. We provide innovative programs and services that empower people. We provide care and support to more than 15,000 children and adults annually. With over 80 locations throughout Central New York, we employ medical, clinical, and therapeutic personnel, teachers, social service staff, maintenance, clerical, and general support staff.

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