Director Of Student Support Services

Michigan School Public Relations Association; Ingham; In loco; AUD 123.000 - 145.000; Tempo pieno

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Stockbridge Community School District is seeking a Director of Student Support Services to lead district-wide programs ensuring inclusive education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment. The role requires master’s-level credentials in special education, strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with staff, families, and the community.

The position reports to the Superintendent and involves supervision of staff, budget management, and ensuring compliance with MARSE

Competenze

• Master’s Degree in Special Education or administration is required.
• Full approval as Director/Supervisor of Special Education is preferred, or ability to obtain temporary approval if enrolled in a leadership program.
• 3-5 years of experience as a special education teacher or related service provider with current licensure is required, and three years of admin experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with staff, students, families, and community members.
• Experience with supervisory functions: appraisal, team building, continuous improvement, conflict management.
• Knowledge of MARSE and IDEA statutes, regulations, and guidelines.
• Self-directed, organized, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to gather information, analyze data and lead decisions as part of a team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.
• Flexibility to meet board-approved alternative qualifications when appropriate.

Mansioni

• Supervises assigned staff through district procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
• Supports a continuum of student support services to ensure FAPE in LRE based on data.
• Assists with identifying needs and planning professional development opportunities.
• Develops and monitors program budgets and purchasing procedures with staff.
• Collects service delivery information for Medicaid billing and tuition billbacks within special education claims systems.
• Provides consultation on procedural, legal, and compliance issues regarding special education, Section 504, and ELLs.
• Helps implement policies governing student life and classroom conduct and maintain order fairly.
• Oversees daily operations of students’ programs, staff, and transportation.
• Leads program and curriculum development through school improvement and data collection.
• Maintains professional competence and pursues ongoing learning.
• Attends district meetings and serves on district teams as required.
• Exhibits punctual, reliable attendance and flexibility in duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Supervisory skills

Data analysis

Policy knowledge

Self-directedness

Teamwork

Professional development

Continuous learning

Formazione

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Director/Supervisor of Special Education approval (preferred)

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Position Details

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING

Posting Date: October 13, 2026 Expiration Date: Until Filled

POSITION:

Director of Student Support Services

STARTING DATE

As Soon As Possible

SALARY RANGE:

$85,000 – $100,000

REPORTS TO:

Superintendent

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1) Master’s Degree in Special Education or administration (required)
• 2) Full approval as Director/Supervisor of Special Education (preferred), or ability to obtain temporary approval as Director/Supervisor of Special Education if enrolled in a Special Education Leadership program.
• 3) 3-5 years of experience as a special education teacher or related service provider with current licensure (required) and three years successful administrative experience (preferred).
• 4) Interpersonal skills to successfully provide leadership, effectively communicate, and collaborate with staff, students, families, and community members.
• 5) Skills in supervisory functions such as appraisal, team building, continuous improvement, conflict management and problem solving.
• 6) Knowledge of statutes, regulations, and guidelines regarding special education in MARSE and IDEA.
• 7) Self-directedness, initiative and organization skills when given a variety of responsibilities and assigned tasks/projects.
• 8) Ability to gather information, analyze data and implement decisions in a leadership capacity and as a member of a team.
• 9) Demonstrate continuous learning and professional growth through education, training and development experiences.
• 10) Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1) Supervises assigned staff through implementation of district procedures and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• 2) Supports a continuum of student support services and ensures students are receiving FAPE in their LRE , with decision-making based on student needs and data.
• 3) Assists with determining needs, planning and/or implementing professional development opportunities.
• 4) Develops, monitors and implements assigned program budgets, required purchasing and reimbursement procedures with staff.
• 5) Facilitates the periodic collection of service delivery information required for deployment of resources, Medicaid billing, and implementation of tuition billbacks within the special education claims systems.
• 6) Provides consultation and technical assistance to assigned staff regarding procedural, legal and compliance issues related to special education, Section 504, and English Language Learners.
• 7) Assists the administration of implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and helps maintain order in the classroom in a fair and equitable manner.
• 8) Supervises daily operations of students’ programs which may involve assignment of staff, students and parents; maintenance of classroom space and student transportation.
• 9) Facilitates program and curriculum development with staff through school improvement and student data collection processes delineated by state and/or federal mandates.
• 10) Strives to maintain and continually improve professional competence.
• 11) Attends building and district meetings and serves on relevant district teams as required.
• 12) Punctual, reliable and predictable attendance is required.
• 13) Other duties as assigned.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of Stockbridge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 100 Price Ave. Stockbridge, Mi. 49285 [phone].