The Executive Director of Student Services oversees a wide range of programs and initiatives to support student well-being, equity, and academic success. This role involves leadership and coordination across several critical areas in student services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The individual who holds this position must:
• Provide vision and direction for programs under the Student Services umbrella to support the academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being of all students.
• Manage, oversee and develop programs to ensure they meet student needs effectively.
• Implement and monitor federal and state requirements for areas like 504 Compliance, Title IX, and Federal Programs; adhere to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Supervises, monitors, and oversees the district Federal Programs to ensure compliance with federal requirements.
• Lead student hearings and disciplinary proceedings with fairness and transparency.
• Work with counselors, nurses, and wellness coordinators to create a healthy, supportive school environment.
• Supervise, coordinate and support the Parents as Teachers Program; ensure compliance with program guidelines and accreditation standards.
• Supervise and coordinate the district MLL program; support multilingual learners (MLL) through programs and services designed to enhance language development and academic success.
• Promote equity and access to resources such as Bright Futures and wellness initiatives.
• Oversee student growth and success through targeted interventions and enrichment opportunities with the gifted and talented program.
• Assess the effectiveness of programs and initiatives, using data to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
• Assure that curriculum and instructional practice provide both equity and excellence for all students, including those with disabilities or language barriers.
• Assist in ensuring that all Student Service programs are in compliance with federal and state regulations and with local board policy (IDEA, ADA, Section 504 of the Americans and Disabilities Act)
• Evaluate the effectiveness of student services programs and/or programs and/or projects for the purpose of carrying out and achieving objectives within their area of responsibility.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to support organizational goals.
Supervisory Duties
• PAT
• Special Services
• 504 Compliance
• Title IX Compliance
• Student Hearings
• Gifted
• MLL
• Federal Programs
• Counselors
• Nurses
• Wellness Coordinator
• Summer School
• Bright Futures
• After School Programs
Qualifications
Education
Specialist degree or higher in a job related area.
Job related experience within a specialized field with at least three years of successful teaching and administration experience preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Missouri teaching certificate and Missouri Administration certification
Required Qualifications
Specialist degree or higher in a job related area.
Job related experience within a specialized field with at least three years of successful teaching and administration experience preferred.