Assistant Program Director - Integrated Learning Program

Job Title: Assistant Program Director – Integrated Learning Program

Location: 2504 Meredith Avenue, Omaha, NE 68111

Reports To: Program Director, Integrated Learning Program

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 10 month / Exempt              

Salary Schedule: Omaha School Administrators Association (OSAA) Level 3 / Salary credit may be awarded for applicable experience.  Placement on the salary schedule will follow the applicable summary document.

Start Date:  August 1, 2025

Position Purpose:  

The Assistant Program Director is an instructional leader of the program. OPS seeks excellent leaders who can prepare all students for college, career, and community leadership. The Assistant Program Director for Integrated Learning Program assumes joint responsibility with the Program Director for the effective administration of the Integrated Learning Program and all facets of its instructional and behavioral programming. Under the direction of the Program Director, this individual is assisting with the supervision and evaluation of all certified and non-certified staff assigned to the program. The Assistant Program Director assists with providing leadership in establishing expectations for student attendance, behavior, and learning performance. This individual will exhibit strong standards of professional ethics when relating to staff, students, parents, administration, and the community. The Assistant Program Director will be responsible for helping to ensure  the IEPs of students who have been placed at the Integrated Learning Program are implemented with fidelity.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

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• Keep abreast of developments in K-12 curriculum and instruction and assist in providing leadership in determining the appropriateness of incorporating recent strategies.
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• Maintain the districts overall mission, assist in supporting and implementing board policies and the academic action plan school wide with staff and students
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• Assist in the development and support of curriculum and instructional growth to enhance the educational opportunities for all students.
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• Under the direction of the Program Director, assume the responsibility for the creation and maintenance of the school schedule as well as the use of school data to inform and advise decision making.
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• Responsible for the enrollment and onboarding of students entering the Integrated Learning Program.
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• Monitor and provide staff development on the use of Infinite Campus including all the functions therein including but not limited to IEPs, student schedules, attendance, grade books, student information, and discipline.
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• Monitor and use relevant data to effect change in instructional practices enhancing student learning.
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• Maintain effective communication with all supporting divisions within the Omaha Public School district as well as staff, students, and community.
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• 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 and beliefs and school goals and improvement plans.
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• 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.
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• Adhere to the district evaluation process related to both classified and non-classified staff.
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• Ability to work outside of normal business hours or weekends.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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• Minimum of master’s degree with appropriate course work in the areas of administration, supervision, curriculum, personnel, educational psychology, and related fields.
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• A valid Nebraska Administrative Certificate with endorsement in the area of administration and supervision required. In addition, Special Education endorsement is preferred.
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• Knowledge and understanding of Special Education regulations to include Rule 51 and  OPS Special Education practices.
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• A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience required. Special Education teaching experience is preferred. Successful teaching experience in a multiculturally diverse urban setting preferred. 
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• Demonstrated understanding of the function and needs of alternative education.
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• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
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• Knowledge of current educational trends/issues impacting students with disabilities in  the alternative school setting.
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• Exemplary communication and organizational skills.
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• Exemplary skills in leadership and interpersonal relations.
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• The skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, members of the instructional staff and the community. A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to the continuous quest for quality education.
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• Ability to obtain and maintain  full De-escalation and Physical Intervention Certification.
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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 basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. 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:

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• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
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• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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• Work in school building environments.
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Interrelations:

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• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
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• Will be working under the direct supervision of the Program Director in order to complete day to day tasks.
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• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
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• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
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• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.
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Employee Punctuality and Appearance

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• In order for schools 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.
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• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.
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• 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.
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• Regular attendance is important.
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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, and the Teacher Contract. 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:

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• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
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• A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
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• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
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• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
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• Execution and delivery to OPS of an Administrative Contract presented by OPS.
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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.