Associate Director of Education

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription insurance

Dental and Vision

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

403b Retirement Plan

Education Assistance

Professional Development

Life and Disability insurance

Job summary

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh seeks an Associate Director of Education to lead day-to-day school operations and oversee educational programming for students with complex needs.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Education, this role drives instructional leadership, staff supervision, compliance, and student services to ensure high-quality outcomes and a safe, student-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, School Administration, or related field.
• Pennsylvania Principal Certification, Supervisor of Special Education Certification, or equivalent educational leadership certification preferred.
• Pennsylvania Special Education Certification preferred.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain appropriate Pennsylvania educational leadership certification.
• Clearances Required: Act 73 FBI, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day operational leadership for The Day School, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Partners with the Executive Director of Education to implement strategic priorities and organizational initiatives.
• Ensures the implementation and continuous improvement of educational programming aligned with special education regulations, evidence-based practices, and organizational goals.
• Supervises, supports, and develops school staff as assigned in support of the Executive Director of Education.
• Demonstrates commitment to The Children's Institute's Mission, Vision, and Core Values in all interactions and decisions.

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, School Administration, or related field

Job description

Careers at Our Amazing Place

At The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, we’ve built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we’re forever proud of our team members who don’t just make a career here – they make a difference.

Careers at Our Amazing Place

At The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, we’ve built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we’re forever proud of our team members who don’t just make a career here – they make a difference.

Job Title

Associate Director of Education

Location

1405 Shady Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217

Schedule

Monday – Friday, Full Time, Onsite

The Associate Director of Education serves as a key member of The Day School (TDS) leadership team and is responsible for the day-to-day operations, implementation of educational programming, and oversight of student services. Reporting to the Executive Director of Education, this role ensures the effective execution of school priorities, operational excellence, and the delivery of high-quality educational and therapeutic services for students with complex needs.

The Associate Director of Education provides hands‑on leadership across school operations, instructional programming, staff supervision, compliance, student services, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position works closely with educational supervisors, clinical partners, families, school districts, and organizational support departments to ensure a coordinated, safe, and student-centered environment that supports academic achievement, behavioral growth, communication, social-emotional development, and independence.

Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & School Management

• Provides day-to-day operational leadership for The Day School, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Partners with the Executive Director of Education to implement strategic priorities and organizational initiatives.

Educational Program Implementation & Instructional Leadership

• Ensures the implementation and continuous improvement of educational programming aligned with special education regulations, evidence-based practices, and organizational goals.

Staff Supervision & Leadership

• Supervises, supports, and develops school staff as assigned in support of the Executive Director of Education.

Organizational Leadership

• Demonstrates commitment to The Children's Institute's Mission, Vision, and Core Values in all interactions and decisions.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, School Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university required.
• Pennsylvania Principal Certification, Supervisor of Special Education Certification, or equivalent educational leadership certification preferred.
• Pennsylvania Special Education Certification preferred.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain appropriate Pennsylvania educational leadership certification.
• Maintain all certifications and licensure required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
• Clearances Required: Act 73 FBI, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

Benefits Summary

• Medical and Prescription insurance-Choice of two health plans and networks
• Dental and Vision-Free coverage for team members.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves
• Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks
• 403b Retirement Plan – pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year
• Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program – CI qualifies as non‑profit
• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development/CEU’s
• Life and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Credit Union
• Team Member Recognition Events
• Referral bonus
• CPR-employer paid
• Travel mileage reimbursement at federal rate

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place – we can’t wait to meet you!

The Children's Institute does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious creed, AIDS or HIV status, disability, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, union membership, or veteran/military status in employment.