Alternative Education Program Supervisor

Alternative Education Program Supervisor

Ellington Public Schools is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered Alternative Education Program Supervisor to lead The Ellington Collaborative, which includes the district's: BASES (Behavior Academic Social Emotional Support) Program (K-12) TEPSEP (Transition and Expulsion Program) ECLIPSE Transition Program (Ages 18-22). This supervisor will provide visionary leadership for Ellington's alternative education programs, ensuring students receive high-quality academic instruction, behavioral and social-emotional supports, and individualized services that promote success both in school and beyond.

The successful candidate will foster strong partnerships with students, families, district staff, and community agencies while ensuring compliance with all state and federal requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Program Leadership
• Provide leadership and oversight for the daily operations of two off-site alternative education locations.
• Maintain safe, positive, and supportive learning environments through effective supervision, student discipline, and implementation of required safety procedures.
• Develop program schedules that meet the individualized needs of students.
• Coordinate intake, enrollment, and programming for out-of-district student referrals.
• Regularly evaluate program effectiveness using data to guide continuous improvement.
• Manage program budgets and ensure responsible allocation of resources.
• Instructional Leadership
• Develop and implement innovative curriculum and instructional practices designed to meet the unique needs of alternative education students.
• Supervise, support, hire, and evaluate certified and non-certified staff.
• Provide professional development focused on best practices in alternative education, behavioral supports, and student engagement.
• Collaborate with district administrators to ensure consistency and alignment across all schools.
• Student Services
• Oversee social-emotional learning, behavioral supports, and crisis intervention services.
• Attend Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings and collaborate with community service providers.
• Work closely with Ellington High School counselors to monitor credit attainment and graduation requirements.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with students, families, district staff, and outside agencies to support student success.
• Special Education & Transition Services
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Extended School Year (ESY) services for eligible students with disabilities.
• Participate in PPT meetings for students attending out-of-district magnet, charter, and private schools.
• Ensure timely completion and compliance of all CT-SEDS Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Lead the continued development of transition programming and compliance requirements for the ECLIPSE Program serving students ages 18-22.
• Support the development and expansion of the Cowbell School Store as a student transition and vocational learning opportunity.

Qualifications

• Required
• Valid Connecticut Intermediate Administrator or Supervisor Certificate (092), or eligibility for certification.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in educational administration.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, instructional leadership, special education law, and student support services.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.
• Experience managing budgets and allocating resources effectively.
• Preferred
• Connecticut Special Education Certification.
• Candidates without Special Education certification must be willing to obtain appropriate certification through the Alternate Route to Administrator Certification (AARC) program or another approved pathway within two years of employment.
• Experience working in alternative education settings.
• Knowledge of social-emotional learning, behavioral intervention, and crisis response practices.
• Experience developing community partnerships and wraparound services.
• Familiarity with transition programming and services for students ages 18-22.

Application Process

• Interested candidates should submit:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three Professional References
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
• Ellington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all students and employees are valued, respected, and supported.