Founding Therapeutic Day School Leader

Children's Home Society of South Dakota; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial/Education Assistance

Competitive Compensation

Generous PTO

Retirement Plans

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota seeks a Therapeutic School Administrator to lead the Aberdeen therapeutic day school from inception. This founding role involves shaping culture, instructional practices, and partnerships with families and districts to open and grow the program.

You will collaborate with CHS Operations and School Leadership to build systems and supports for students with emotional and behavioral needs, guiding them toward successful transitions back to home schools.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Current South Dakota educator certification or ability to obtain SD certification is required.
• Preferred: SD Elementary/Middle School Principal certification; and/or SD Special Education Administrator endorsement.
• Minimum of four years of successful teaching experience at elementary and/or middle school level.

Responsibilities

• Lead School Development: establish educational model, culture, procedures, routines, and daily operations for the Aberdeen therapeutic day school.
• Provide Educational Leadership: lead high-quality instructional practices, student programming, behavioral supports, and individualized services.
• Lead and Develop the Team: provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, coaching, and support to school staff.
• Support Special Education Services: ensure appropriate educational services and supports per individual needs and plans.
• Build District and Family Partnerships: develop relationships with families, referring districts, and community partners.
• Support Student Growth: collaborate to support academic, behavioral, social, and emotional development.
• Build for the Future: evaluate program needs and opportunities for growth in northeastern SD.
• Promote Safety and Compliance: maintain a safe, trauma-responsive environment and comply with regulations.

Skills

Educational leadership

Administrative leadership

Instructional leadership

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota seeks a Therapeutic School Administrator to lead the Aberdeen therapeutic day school from inception. This founding role involves shaping culture, instructional practices, and partnerships with families and districts to open and grow the program.

You will collaborate with CHS Operations and School Leadership to build systems and supports for students with emotional and behavioral needs, guiding them toward successful transitions back to home schools.