About this role
General Definition of Work
The Alternative Education, Student Discipline, and Behavior Support Manager, under intermittent supervision, performs intermediate-level work with limited decision-making discretion overseeing the development and implementation of alternative education programs focused on behavior support and student success. Position supports students, families, and school personnel by implementing behavioral interventions, facilitating successful transitions, and promoting positive social-emotional development. Employee performs district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Executive Director of Student Discipline & Behavior Support.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary/Status
Salary NC 19/ Full-time, 12 months
Reports To
Executive Director of Student Discipline & Behavior Support
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
- Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
- Manage alternative education initiatives focused on behavior support and student success
- Deliver educational counseling, guidance, outreach, and related services to students assigned through disciplinary actions
- Provide specialized behavioral intervention support to Behavior Management Technicians (BMTs), general education staff, students, and families
- Support administrators, school staff, students, and families to ensure accurate and consistent implementation of disciplinary reassignments and homeschool processes
- Assist in the implementation of district educational plans related to disciplinary assignments and behavioral intervention programs
- Collaborate with district departments to design, implement, and improve support systems for students with behavioral and social-emotional needs
- Collect, analyze, and utilize data to monitor student academic progress and successful completion of disciplinary placements
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports related to alternative education programs and student participation
- Manage and update student databases, including contact information, attendance, and disciplinary placement data
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate prevention and intervention programs, including individual and group counseling
- Support school safety by reporting incidents and assisting in conflict resolution and mediation efforts
- Assists in evaluating intervention program effectiveness through ongoing data collection and analysis
- Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with educators, counselors, school personnel, and community stakeholders to enhance student outcomes
- Participate in professional development workshops and training
- Create an inclusive environment with positive communication
- Perform related work as assigned or required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of school-wide behavior practices
- Comprehensive knowledge of staff development practices, procedures, and techniques
- Comprehensive knowledge on how to utilize appropriate data and information to make decisions for students
- Skilled in the use of current software to include word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications
- Ability to coach staff and provide feedback
- Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
- Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
- Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
- Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records
- Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in education or social sciences required
- Minium of five (5) years of experience in alternative education required
- Equivalent combination of education and experience