Program Manager - Florens Academy (2026-27 SY)

Program Manager - Florens Academy (2026-27 SY) Salary See Position Description Location Florens Academy - Vancouver, WA Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202602919 Department

ESA & SPECIALIZED SERVICES

Program

THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS

Opening Date 05/08/2026 Closing Date 5/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Description Benefits Questions Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV Application Guide and Frequently Asked Questions. General Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Program Director, the Program Manager will provide a comprehensive range of services for staff and students. The Program Manager will provide training to staff, coordinate services for students, and establish guidelines and procedures for the program. The Program Manager will assume the duties of the Program Director in their absence.

Salary:

The full annual salary range is $65,637.41 - $79,866.97. O ffers are made at the entry level of the range.

Assignment:

We are recruiting for a Program Manager to serve Florens Academy in Vancouver, WA for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is 8 hours per day, 210 days per year. Start date will be August 2026. Florens Academy serves students who experience severe cognitive, communication and behavioral challenges. Learn more about the program here: https://www.esd112.

org/florens/ Regular attendance required:

This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment. This position will close on Friday, May 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

A complete application will include:

Work history going back 10 years At least three professional reference's contact information A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application Proof of a Bachelor's degree (copy of diploma or transcripts).

Essential Functions/Other Functions Essential Functions:

Assist the Director with staff selection, training, supervision and evaluation; assume Director duties when assigned. Participate in the establishment and teaching of guidelines, procedures and safety protocols for students and staff. Serve as a liaison with parents, staff, community partners and outside agencies to coordinate student services. Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, behavior and other required data and share this data with appropriate parties as necessary. Develop, teach and implement behavior intervention plans integrating appropriate methodologies (e.g. Collaborative Problem Solving, Skills Based Therapy, etc.) and work with teachers and coaches to establish Comprehensive Behavioral Support Plans and the building wide implementation of those plans. Provide in-service and staff development. Monitor and support staff implementation fidelity of behavioral, therapeutic, safety and operational procedures through observation, coaching and data-informed feedback. Conduct needs assessments (to include threat assessments), lead debriefs and post-incident analysis, collect and analyze data to refine and improve operational functions and services as directed. Provide daily problem-solving and therapeutic support to students, including conflict resolution. Consult with and assist sending school staff, school psychologists and parents in developing student therapeutic interventions as well as working with the IEP team to develop and implement appropriate IEPs, Behavior Plans, and Emergency Response Protocols. Facilitate the transition process for incoming and exiting students to and from the program, including reviewing IEPs and developing student contracts and safety protocols. Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

Other duties as assigned. Dispense medication as directed by the School Nurse. Provide back up support to other positions as needed. Maintain knowledge of special education, eligibility and due process, special education rules and regulations. Monitor and balance staffing in building.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. Five years of experience working with students with behavior or mental health issues. Working knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) regulations and procedures. Experience working in Special Education. Recent experience working in educational/mental health settings with students who have social/emotional or behavioral challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree. Certified by CPI Crisis Prevention Institute as instructor of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Ukeru or another nationally recognized crisis intervention model. Experience in trauma informed behavior crisis prevention and intervention and experience in implementation of Behavior Support Plans. Experience serving students in rural or remote districts. Experience working with counselors, social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists as resources for planning and delivery of specially designed programs. Tier I and Tier II training in Collaborative Problem Solving. Training and/or experience in Functional Behavior Analysis. Training in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Therapeutic program setting. Sit, stand, and stoop to attend to student needs and to provide instruction. Strength and agility to assist in physically maintaining a safe learning environment to include emergency response protocols in compliance with Washington State WACs. Exposure to communicable diseases found in children and adolescents. Students may use challenging or offensive verbalizations toward staff and other students with potential for escalation to physical aggression. Employment Requirements - ESD job offer is contingent upon satisfying the following: Successful completion of a criminal history fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI. Notice of Non-Discrimination ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights compliance

Officer:

Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org

Title IX Compliance Officer:

Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, wendy.niehaus@esd112.org ADA/504

Compliance Officer:

Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500. We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families. Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more! Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.

For details please visit:

https://www.esd112.org/hr/benefits/ for a summary of the Benefits of Employment. 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree? Yes No 02 Do you have five years of experience working with students with behavior or mental health issues? Yes No 03 Do you have working knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) regulations and procedures? Yes No 04 Do you have experience working in Special Education? Yes No 05 Do you have recent experience working in educational/mental health settings with students who have social/emotional or behavioral challenges? Yes No 06 Have you ever been convicted of any crime? Please answer YES or NO.

Note:

For the purpose of this question, "convicted" includes: (1) All instances in which a plea of guilty or no contest is the basis of a conviction and (2) All proceedings in which a sentence has been suspended or deferred. You need not list traffic infractions that are not misdemeanors or crimes. 07 If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide the following (If you answered NO, please enter N/A): a. A detailed statement including what occurred, the nature of the offense, charge or warrant; b. The name and address of the arresting agency; c. The date of the arrest; d. The final disposition, if any; e. If a court was involved, the name and address of the court; f. The complete arrest report and sentence and judgement; and g. Attach a complete driving abstract for five years if the arrest was driving related. This can be done in the attachments portion of the application process. 08 Do you currently have any outstanding criminal charges or warrants of arrest pending against you in Washington, or any other state, province, territory, and/or country? Please answer YES or NO. If YES, please provide an explanation. 09 Are you presently under investigation in any jurisdiction for possible criminal charges? Please answer YES or NO. If your answer is YES, identify agency and location (street address, city, state), as well as a detailed explanation. 10 Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire. Yes No 11 Is it true that you have

NEVER BEEN

convicted of any misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony crimes against children or other persons (including instances in which a plea of guilty or nolo contendere is the basis for the conviction) or any proceedings in which the charge has been deferred from prosecution under Chapter 10.05 RCW or the sentence has been deferred or suspended listed as follows: Aggravated murder, First degree promoting prostitution, First or second degree murder, Communication with a minor, First or second degree kidnapping, First degree arson, First, second or third degree assault, First degree burglary, First, second or third degree rape, Indecent liberties, First, second or third degree rape of a child, Incest, Felony indecent exposure, Vehicular homicide, First or second degree robbery, Unlawful imprisonment, First or second degree manslaughter, Simple assault, First or second degree extortion, Sexual exploitation of minors, First or second degree criminal mistreatment, First or second degree custodial interference, Child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020, Malicious harassment, Selling or distributing erotic material to a minor, First, second or third degree child molestation, Custodial assault, First or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor, Patronizing a juvenile prostitute, Child buying or selling, Violation of child abuse restraining order, Promoting pornography, Prostitution, First, second or third degree assault of a child, Child abandonment, or any of these crimes as they may have been named? Yes (It's true), I have NEVER been convicted No (It's not true), I

HAVE BEEN

convicted 12 APPLICANT

DECLARATION

Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources. Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you. Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed. Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks. Yes No Required Question Employer Educational Service District 112 Address 2500 NE 65th Ave Vancouver, Washington, 98661 Phone 360-750-7503 Website https://www.esd112.org