Hammitt School Principal

About Us:

• The Baby Fold is a nonprofit leader in trauma-informed practices, employing the most effective treatment plans in every facet of our work. The Baby Fold has been successfully wrapping services around children and families since 1902, offering life-critical support such as foster care, special education, early childhood programming, and adoption support. We focus on the physical and emotional safety of our families first, build on their strengths, and then guide them with skill and compassion to be their best selves. We care for our youngest citizens so they can be blessed with loving homes, stable lives, and the futures they deserve.

We take good care of our employees so they can take care of our community. Benefits for the full-time Hammitt School Principal include:

• BCBS Health Insurance (choice of 3 medical plans), HSA-compatible option with $500 employer contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement plan 403b (employer match after 1 year)
• Employer-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Medical Plan (FSA) and Dependent Care Plan
• Paid Vacation, Personal time, Sick time, and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,500 per year
• Employee Assistance Program including counseling, hearing aid discounts, identity theft assistance, will preparation and power of attorney assistance
• No fee, no credit check $1,500 Line of Credit for medical, mental health, & veterinary services (Paytient)
• Personalized assistance with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) as eligible nonprofit employer
• Financial Wellness Support (PNC)
• Advancement, Mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• Mental health resource for employees and dependents (age 13+) with hundreds of meditation and mindfulness exercises, sleep casting, mental health coach, therapy and psychiatry services at no cost (Headspace)

SUMMARY OF WORKING AS A HAMMITT SCHOOL PRINCIPAL:

• The HAMMITT SCHOOL PRINCIPAL is responsible for the supervision of personnel and the day-to-day operations of Hammitt Schools in building locations. Demonstrates an ability to apply trauma-informed principles and integrates them into daily practice. Communicates effectively and promotes collaborative problem solving by demonstrating care and respect in considering the diverse experiences and perspectives of others.
• WORK LOCATION: Hammitt School, 108 E. Willow Street, Normal, IL
• WORK HOURS: Full-time, exempt, Mon- Fri, 37.5 hrs per week
• PAY: $90,000-110,000 salary/exempt, negotiable for highly qualified candidates based on experience, certification, and education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED AS OUR NEXT PRINCIPAL OF HAMMITT SCHOOLS ON WILLOW:

Licensure within the State of Illinois requirements as a special education school administrator. Minimum of General Administrative or Principal Licensure with Licensure as a Special Education Teacher preferred.

Knowledge of and skill in applying behavioral approaches to working with adolescents.

Demonstrated competence in effective teaching methods and procedures for use with adolescents with severe emotional and behavioral disabilities.

Demonstrated ability to administer the total academic treatment program from within an interdisciplinary team structure.

A demonstrated and consistent history of planning, developing, implementing and improving programs and people to meaningfully, measurably and positively impact departmental results.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF HAMMITT SCHOOL PRINCIPAL:

Program Management: Provides leadership in the development and implementation of the Hammitt Schools program; develops and revises procedures as needed; leads the development of curriculum, coordinates building and state assessment, serves as liaison with referral and funding sources; compiles outcome measures for Hammitt Schools; coordinates and collaborates with other agency program areas; ensures compliance with relevant standards developed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, the Illinois State Board of Education, and the Illinois Department of Human Services.

Personnel Management: Employs, trains, supervises and evaluates staff within Hammitt School locations to ensure that The Baby Fold's standards are met for delivery of services to clients. Provides support and performance feedback, including timely completion performance evaluations.

Fiscal Management: Develops and administers the annual budget for their designated school locations. Ensures that all expenditures related to Hammitt School are within the approved budget for the program.

Professional Leadership: Contributes to the school administration team, offering insights and input on decision-making processes. Provides strategic input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization. Represents The Baby Fold in business contacts with professionals and the public outside the agency.

Inter-Agency Service Coordination: Directs the development and implementation of multiple sites. Develops an integrated communication plan with agency staff and direct reports to coordinate technology, maintenance, and food service.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT: The Baby Fold is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion, where each individual feels empowered and where our differences are celebrated. We encourage each other to engage in meaningful conversations, seek out different perspectives, and continually work to cultivate an environment where all ideas are valued.