Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Director of Student Support Services to lead our efforts in fostering student achievement and well-being. This pivotal role involves centralizing and enhancing non-instructional student services, particularly in student discipline, under a comprehensive multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS). You'll champion students and their families, ensuring they receive high-quality wrap-around services and advocating for their needs.

If you're a strong leader with a deep understanding of educational programs and a commitment to student success, we encourage you to apply.

Supervises

• Assistant Director of Language Acquisition

• Assistant Director of Special/Exceptional Education

• Assistant Director of Student Services

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, social work, counseling, or a related field (preferred).

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an educational setting (required).

• Illinois State Certificate with administrative or supervisory endorsement (Type 75 WPM preferred).

• Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching or supervisory experience (preferred).

• School administrative experience (preferred).

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Exceptional leadership capabilities.

• Strong knowledge of sound educational programs and practices.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.

• Proven ability to professionally represent the District to internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated capacity for effective collaboration with various departments.

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

As the Director of Student Support Services, you will:

• Align student services with available school and community programs/resources to meet student needs.

• Collect and report data related to student support initiatives.

• Oversee the District's centralized student registration process.

• Gather and report enrollment projections annually by February 28th.

• Maintain and update the Registration Timeline for enrollment and related secretarial functions.

• Serve as a Title IX Coordinator and Complaint Manager for the District.

• Assist with summer school registration.

• Support magnet school processes, including intent to return letters and available seating.

• Collaborate with school staff, the community, and local agencies to implement strategies that reduce discipline issues and promote student achievement.

• Actively promote and facilitate family involvement in student success.

• Contribute to the development, maintenance, and implementation of the Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) across all schools.

• Facilitate connections between District families and District-provided services.

This role is crucial in ensuring our students receive the comprehensive support they need to thrive academically and personally.

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