Special Programs Manager Heron Institute South Carolina

You must be located in the state of South Carolina. Internal applicants:
You must notify your supervisor prior to applying.

Frustrated with cookie-cutter education models? So are we. At The Heron Institute, we create schools that adapt to real-world needs—because every community deserves a chance to thrive.

Anticipated Salary: $60,000-$70,000

Time Off Plan: 25 days of PTO. Additional Days Off: MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Week of July 4th, Labor Day

The Special Programs Manager oversees and guides a team of professionals providing critical services to students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both fields, along with exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills. This role involves ensuring the delivery of high-quality services that support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Lead, supervise, and evaluate the performance of Speech-Language Pathologists and School Psychologists.
• Provide ongoing guidance, support, and mentorship to team members to foster professional growth and high-quality service delivery.
• Ensure that all staff adhere to relevant professional standards and state or district regulations.

• Oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive service delivery models that address the needs of students requiring speech-language and psychological services.
• Collaborate with educational staff, administrators, and families to design and modify individualized education programs (IEPs) and intervention plans.

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to special education services, including assessments, IEPs, and documentation.
• Review and approve reports, evaluations, and intervention plans for accuracy, quality, and compliance with professional standards.

• Plan and facilitate professional development opportunities for the SLPs and School Psychologists.
• Stay current with research and best practices in the fields of speech-language pathology and school psychology, and share relevant insights with the team.

• Act as a liaison between speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, administrators, teachers, and families to promote a holistic approach to student support.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress and implement effective intervention strategies.

This position has 3-6 indirect reports.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Bachelor's degree
• One (1) year of ELL Teacher experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking
• Knowledge of state content standards and ability to align those with the K12 curriculum
• Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
• Ability to problem solve independently and have a high level of organization
• Understanding of interdependency of deadlines on multiple projects and able to act to preserve integrity on other people's deadlines
• Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week
• Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school
• Ability to travel as required (on average once per month and/or up to 25% of the time) for face to face professional development, student testing, and as required by school
• Access to reliable high-speed internet
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word;
  PowerPoint;
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
• Ability to maintain teacher…