Director of Student Services

Primary Purpose:

Oversee district efforts in the areas of Special Education, 504, GT, Migrant, Homeless, English Language Learners, Counseling, and CCMR. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree in educational administration and/or counseling, required

Valid Texas Principal certification or equivalent, preferred
         Special Education Certification, required

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies related to special programs

Knowledge of positive discipline support programs

Ability to disseminate information to individuals and groups

Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and laws

Ability to deliver effective training to a variety of audiences

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to mediate, problem solve, and resolve conflict

Experience:

3 Years Teaching Experience

3 School Counselor Experience

Campus or district leadership Experience, preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management and Administration

1. Work cooperatively with campus principals and staff  in developing and implementing dyslexia, special education, GT, 504, and ELL programs for full compliance and implementation (from referral, onboarding, to progress monitoring)
2. Consult with and assist campus-based administrators, professionals, teachers, and parents to meet the educational needs of students eligible for student services.
3. Assist campus teams in writing IEP and 504 plans that allow student access to the full range of educational and co-curricular opportunities that are available to all other eligible students in the district. Evaluate the necessity for specific accommodations.
4. Oversee the development and implementation of a balanced, comprehensive, developmental counseling program that is consistent with district goals and objectives and includes guidance curriculum and responsive services for students. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing   special programs and support staff.