Education Director jobs in New Bedford, MA

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as the Assistant Education Director. The Assistant Education Director of Education serves as primary support to the Education Director within the scope of the tribe’s Education Department. The Assistant Director is responsible for working directly with Program Managers and Coordinators; providing oversight and completing reporting; and supporting program planning and implementation.

Responsibilities:
General office tasks/administrative duties: in the absence of the Director, the Assistant Director will be responsible for supervising staff, scheduling, database input, budget oversight and records maintenance as well as, office management.

Works closely with Program Managers and Coordinators to successfully implement programs, attend required meetings, and complete reporting.

Administers program grants and activities, including contracts, budgets, procurement, reporting, and other requirements in compliance with tribal and federal rules and regulations.

Provides oversight to website content and application.

Organizes opportunities on website and social media, ensuring information reaches tribal community in a variety of platforms.

Serves as education committee liaison in development and implementation of education programs and activities on behalf of the department and tribe.

Provides guidance and direction to students at the elementary, secondary and post-secondary levels.

Provides guidance and support to parents/guardians at educational TEAM meetings for special education services at all grade levels.

Maintains effective communication with parents, caretakers, community members, teachers, and school support personnel on the overall development and wellbeing of tribal children.

Represents tribal educational interests at school committee and other professional meetings, colleges, presentations, conferences, events, trainings.

Provides advocacy and research support in curriculum development and planning.

Assists with program evaluation, assessment and grant reporting.

Assists with search for funding opportunities; assists with grant submissions.

Communicates effectively and openly with parents and the public; continue positive School/community relationships and partnerships.

Works collaboratively with diverse groups to solve common challenges.

Requirements:
Master’s Degree in education or a related field;

Extensive budget, grants, and project management experience.

Familiarity with tribes, LEAs, and the State education agencies.

Experience with special education, GED, post-secondary institutions, admissions/financial aid, working with educational and developmental needs of tribal youth and tribal communities.

Ability to collaborate, with external agencies and successfully organize, facilitate and lead high-level meetings.

Must possess a valid driver's license and successfully pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug test

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, Publisher) and Outlook

Solution-oriented, team-player; experience with data-informed decision-making

Research experience, and understanding of quality continuous improvement

Experience working with research-based and evidence-based

Strong interest in working with post-secondary institutions and future Native teachers

We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth within our organization. If you are passionate about education and have the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Preference is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, U.S.C., Section 472)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $63,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mashpee, MA 02649 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mashpee, MA 02649: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person