D-Setting Program Administrator

Position Type: Administration/ Administrator Date Posted: 6/18/2026 Location: Lake Forest ILC Date Available: Mutually Agreeable Closing Date: 07/05/2026

TITLE

D-Setting Program Administrator (12-Month Contract)

QUALIFICATIONS

Must hold or be eligible for Delaware certification as a Principal/ Assistant Principal, or other appropriate administrative certification. Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience required; experience in special education, behavioral programming, alternative programming, or intensive support settings preferred. Experience supporting students with significant behavioral, emotional, social‑emotional, and/or mental health needs preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of MTSS, PBIS, trauma‑informed practices, behavior intervention systems, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Demonstrated ability to support and coach staff in the implementation of behavioral and instructional supports for students with intensive needs. Excellent organizational, leadership, communication, facilitation, interpersonal, and collaboration skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and utilize behavioral, attendance, academic, and programmatic data to improve student outcomes. Ability to effectively collaborate with families, outside agencies, school staff, and district administration. Excellent technology application skills.

LOCATION

District-wide D-Settings (COMPASS Programs/Lake Forest ILC)

JOB GOAL

To provide leadership, supervision, and support for the district's D-Setting program in order to ensure safe, structured, therapeutic, and academically rigorous learning environments that support student growth and success.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees the daily operation and implementation of the district's D-Setting programs (COMPASS). Collaborates with district and building administrators to ensure appropriate student placement, transition planning, and continuity of services. Supports the development and implementation of individualized behavioral, academic, and therapeutic programming for students with intensive needs. Assists staff with crisis prevention, crisis response, de‑escalation strategies, and post‑crisis restorative practices. Supports implementation and monitoring of FBAs, BIPs, counseling plans, safety plans, and other individualized student supports. Collaborates with special education staff, related service providers, school psychologists, behavior specialists, and outside agencies to support student success. Participates in IEP, manifestation determination, re‑entry, threat assessment, and other student support meetings as needed. Provides coaching, modeling, and professional development to staff regarding behavior management, instructional practices, trauma‑informed care, and therapeutic supports. Assists with maintaining compliance with IDEA, state regulations, district procedures, and special education requirements. Utilizes behavioral, attendance, academic, and programmatic data to monitor effectiveness of programming and recommend adjustments as needed. Supports the development and maintenance of a positive, structured, and safe school culture within the D‑Setting program. Serves as a liaison between the district, families, outside agencies, and community partners to support student needs. Assists with student intake, transition planning, and reintegration processes as appropriate. Supervises and evaluates all professional, paraprofessional, administrative, and support personnel assigned to the school. Demonstrate the ability to safely implement district‑approved crisis intervention and physical restraint procedures and maintain required certification/training. Performs other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Attendance at evening and weekend student activities, and other functions, as required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Twelve‑month annual contract in accordance with the terms and conditions established by the Lake Forest School District. Renewal is contingent upon availability of funds.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Satisfactory criminal background check prior to being placed on payroll. Satisfactory child protection registry check. Mandatory direct deposit of pay. Documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system.

EEO STATEMENT

Lake Forest is an advocate of inclusion practices in all grade levels. The Lake Forest School District does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws. Inquiries should be directed to the Director of Personnel, Lake Forest Central Business Office, 5423 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943. Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lake Forest School District