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Position: Director of Education Services
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $100,000/annually
Work Location: Los Angeles (Magnolia Place)

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Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K.
• Generous PTO, holidays, and wellness days for work-life balance.
• Growth-focused culture with Elevate University.
• Competitive employee referral program.
• Recognized as "DEI Non-Profit of the Year" by the LA Business Journal.

Learn more about the Job:

The Director of Education will lead and oversee the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality educational programming for preschool and Day Treatment Intensive (DTI) services. This role ensures that all educational services are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with state and federal regulations. The Director will supervise multidisciplinary teams, collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership, and serve as a key liaison with community partners, school districts, and regulatory agencies.

Job Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Development

• Design, implement, and evaluate curriculum and instructional strategies for preschool and DTI programs.
• Ensure compliance with California Department of Education (CDE), Community Care Licensing (CCL), and Department of Mental Health (DMH) standards.
• Integrate trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches into educational programming.
• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives and data-driven decision-making.

Staff Supervision & Development

• Recruit, train, and supervise education staff including teachers, aides, and education coordinators.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development aligned with best practices in early childhood and therapeutic education.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture.

Collaboration & Community Engagement

• Partner with clinical teams to ensure coordinated care and individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Serve as a liaison with school districts, regional centers, and community stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in local and state education forums and advocacy efforts.

Operations & Compliance

• Oversee program budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance with all licensing and funding requirements.
• Lead site readiness for audits, licensing visits, and accreditation processes.

Job Qualifications:

Required

• Master's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in early childhood education or special education, preferably in a nonprofit or therapeutic setting.
• Knowledge of DTI programming, IEP processes, and trauma-informed practices.
• Strong understanding of California education and mental health regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• California Administrative Services Credential or equivalent.
• Bilingual in Spanish or other languages spoken in the community.
• Experience working with underserved or high-needs populations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and generous PTO.
• Professional development opportunities and supportive work environment.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION (DEI)

Diversity is a core value at All For Kids and in the Behavioral Health program. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all staff, and people leaders. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. We value inclusivity and support our employees' diverse needs.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit; walk; use hands and talk or hear. Fine motor skills such as typing, and the use of a computer mouse is required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. If you are unable to perform any of the above abilities and require special accommodations to do so, please advise your recruiter. We're dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone can excel.