Position Summary The Academic Supervisor is a ministry-oriented academic leader who supports the Academic Director and oversees the daily operation of the Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch (TCAR) academic program. This is a full-time position and requires a passion for excellence, a heart for troubled youth, strong organization, sound judgment, initiative, professionalism, and a genuine relationship with Christ. The Academic Supervisor is responsible for maintaining a safe, calm, accountable, spiritually supportive, and productive learning environment for students and staff. 1. Daily Academic Operations and Classroom Supervision Supervise the TCAR classroom and oversee the smooth running of the academic program, including students and staff. Maintain a quiet, calm, controlled, positive, and safe school environment that supports learning. Administer and order classes for students; track progress and reset, extend, or adjust course dates as needed. Coordinate student schedule changes with academic staff. Conduct Classroom Culture Surveys and manage survey use for the Academic Department. Perform computer security checks and monitor student laptop use through monitoring software. Ensure teachers have taken attendance and have student-monitoring software active for all students. Oversee the organization and availability of classroom resource materials. Oversee Academic Department cleanliness, order, and organization. Help ensure student breaks and transitions are appropriately supervised. Update student sign-up sheets and coordinate with the Academic Director and haircut staff. Assign academic duties during events or circumstances that pull staff away from student supervision, including staff training, camping trips, projects, vacations, and personal days. Verify that all staff responsibilities and student coverage needs are met when team members step away from supervision. Assist the academic team when there is an above-average number of student issues or operational needs. 2. Staff Oversight, Accountability, Training, and Coverage Complete and oversee morning operational tasks, including: Ensure staff members meet dress-code and professional-appearance expectations. Make announcements and communicate important daily information. Identify and document students who may be at risk. Review teacher task lists and verify accountability. Complete and oversee end-of-day tasks, including: Review teacher task lists and follow up on incomplete responsibilities. Oversee staffing, attendance, scheduling, classroom coverage, and assignment of daily duties. Monitor when Academic Department team members fall behind on tasks and provide follow-up, support, and accountability. Track teacher coaching, performance, growth, and accomplishments for use in teacher evaluations. Mentor, orient, and train academic staff on school standards, department expectations, and effective support for students. Guide academic staff in developing effective, consistent, and appropriate responses to student behavioral issues. Be available and interruptible to answer staff questions and provide guidance regarding school operations. Promote professional teamwork, clear communication, and consistent implementation of Academic Department expectations. 3. Academic Records, Student Progress, and Support Review Academic Plans weekly to monitor student progress and staff accountability. Review academic records regularly and coordinate with hall teachers regarding accuracy, missing information, and needed behavioral interventions. Report significant academic-record, progress, behavior, or accountability concerns to the Academic Director. Provide accurate feedback regarding student behavior, performance, strengths, and concerns. Complete reports, records, and required documentation accurately and on time. Monitor insurance logging and other required Academic Department documentation to ensure records are completed and submitted on time. Maintain Academic Department spreadsheets, reports, logs, and archived records accurately and on time. Send academic department planning emails one to two weeks in advance, along with any other required reminders. Oversee student level-of-care changes and related academic transitions. Oversee and assist with student discipline issues in coordination with the Academic Director and appropriate program staff. Coordinate or oversee communication with parents concerning students' academic progress when assigned or appropriate. Ensure student mail is delivered to Case Managers. 4. Communication, Meetings, and Reporting Attend weekly meetings with the Academic Director. Attend weekly Academic Department meetings. Attend interdepartmental staff meetings. Submit daily debrief updates to the Academic Director regarding student and staff issues, including crisis, discipline, training, coverage, or operational concerns. Update intake and cadre emails for distribution to the Direct Care Director and Assistant Direct Care Director. Communicate schedule changes, student needs, staffing concerns, and operational updates clearly and promptly. Demonstrate active listening, sound judgment, professionalism, and effective verbal and written communication. 5. Testing, Administrative, and Departmental Responsibilities Oversee the Testing Center and manage responsibilities associated with GED and ACT testing. Maintain 4DX tracking, participate in related meetings, and monitor progress toward department goals. Manage all assigned responsibilities related to organizational credit cards. Update academic rules and student handbooks in coordination with the Academic Director and obtain approval before implementation. Step in for the Academic Director in the Director's absence or when otherwise assigned. Assist the Academic Director with projects, planning, reporting, staff support, and other departmental needs. Stay current on all assigned training and administrative requirements. 6. Discipleship and Spiritual Leadership Be able and prepared to lead students to Christ. Provide spiritual leadership to students and the Academic Department staff team. Encourage students and staff toward personal, spiritual, behavioral, and academic growth. Model a genuine relationship with Christ through conduct, communication, integrity, compassion, accountability, and service. Support the Christian mission, values, discipleship approach, and ministry culture of TCAR. 7. Paraprofessional Competencies Demonstrate competency, as appropriate to the position, in understanding the specific needs of persons served. Identify risk factors such as suicide, violence, self-harm, and other high-risk behaviors, and follow TCAR reporting and response procedures. Demonstrate crisis-management, de-escalation, and nonviolent intervention practices. Use appropriate basic paraprofessional intervention techniques and skills. Apply person-centered interventions and evidence-based practices as trained. Demonstrate motivational interviewing and effective interviewing skills. Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity. Maintain competency in other paraprofessional areas required by TCAR policy, licensing, accreditation, or training. 8. Professional Standards and Conduct Be punctual and professional in appearance and conduct. Exhibit a positive attitude, show initiative, and make effective use of available time and resources. Demonstrate sound judgment, emotional steadiness, and professionalism in daily responsibilities. Maintain appropriate confidentiality and professional boundaries. Respond flexibly to interruptions, changing student needs, staffing needs, and unexpected operational demands. Help maintain a professional, orderly environment that supports classroom learning and student accountability. 9. Events, Student Supervision, and Additional Duties Attend Camp Orr two times per year. Attend the ADE Summit annually. Attend two Reconnect chapel services per year and other scheduled Reconnect responsibilities as assigned. Supervise and interact with students during school, breaks, free time, recreational activities, trips, events, and other assigned activities. Work individualized hours as student supervision and coverage needs require. Perform additional duties or serve in other program areas when called upon, even when those responsibilities are not specifically listed in this job description. 10. Qualifications and Required Training High school diploma required; college degree and/or teacher certification preferred. General computer proficiency and strong organizational skills. Ability to supervise staff, organize multiple responsibilities, manage records, and communicate effectively. Complete all required TCAR training. Maintain current First Aid and CPR certification; training may be provided by TCAR. Complete Crisis Intervention training at least biannually or as otherwise required by TCAR. Become and remain PSNL certified, as required; training may be provided by TCAR. Be at least 25 years of age. Maintain eligibility to work in a Safety Sensitive position and meet all applicable TCAR employment requirements.

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person