Assistant Director of Student Support Services

E.L. Haynes Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

E. L. Haynes Public Charter School is seeking an Assistant Director of Student Support Services in Washington, DC. This role ensures compliant and effective services for students with disabilities, coordinating IEP/504 processes and leading data-driven improvements across programs.

The role reports to the Managing Director of Student Support Services, with a starting salary between $90,000 and $115,500 and a strong focus on program leadership and compliance.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with DC's special education compliance.
• Understanding of DC special education systems (QLIK, SLED/IDS).
• Strong understanding of standards-based curriculum and assessment.
• Experience in instructional coaching or leadership.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building infrastructures, systems, and processes for IEP implementation with fidelity and ensure compliant instructional programs.
• Provide leadership in day-to-day operations of special education programs.
• Collaborate with school leadership on co-observations and instructional rounds for program improvements.
• Identify students needing extra support through data reviews and teacher check-ins.
• Work with stakeholder teams to ensure timely referrals, eligibility decisions, and compliant IEP/504 plans.
• Draft IEP goals, accommodations, service hours, and schedules to match eligibility and district standards.
• Coordinate placement with OSSE specialists when more restrictive environments are needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Instructional leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education

Job description

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Student Support Services works with our school administrators and the Student Support Services leadership team to ensure that E. L. Haynes’ services for students with disabilities are compliant and maximally effective. The Assistant Director of Student Support Services is specifically responsible for creating and maintaining systems to identify students with disabilities, coordinating the services and accommodations/modifications for students with disabilities, and organizing and analyzing student data to increase the effectiveness of the special education and 504 programs.

This position reports to the Managing Director of Student Support Services

Starting Salary: $90,000 - $115,500

You Will

• Assist the team with developing the appropriate infrastructures, systems, and processes for implementation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) with fidelity, ensure that compliance standards, including instructional programs, are designed to maximize student performance;
• Provide strong leadership in the implementation of the day-to-day operations of the special education programs;
• Collaborate with school leadership to conduct co-observations and instructional rounds to support academic and behavioral program improvements; and
• Identify students who may require additional support through regular student data reviews and teacher check-ins.

Special Education Compliance Support

• Work with the Director of Special Education, operations, and enrollment staff to ensure that new student information is collected and reviewed in a timely fashion, including holding meetings for students with IEPs as outlined in the transfer student policy;
• Ensure that the referral process is timely and thorough, eligibility decisions are well-made, and all procedures are completed per guidelines and law;
• Ensure that IEPs and 504 plans are well-developed and appropriate for students with disabilities;
• Oversee the drafting of IEP goals, accommodations/modifications, service hours, and student and staff schedules made by related service providers, Special Education teachers, and General Education teachers so that they match recommendations from the eligibility meeting and reflect the E. L. Haynes IEP standards; and
• Upon approval of the Senior Director of Student Support Services, works with OSSE Placement Specialists to place students in appropriate programs if a more restrictive environment is found to be necessary.

Qualifications

• Familiarity and experience with special education compliance in the District of Columbia;
• Understanding and use of the District of Columbia’s special education systems including special programs, QLIK, SLED/IDS
• A clear understanding of standards-based curriculum, standards-based assessment, and differentiated instruction;
• Instructional coaching or instructional leadership experience;
• A working knowledge of current laws and regulations in relation to special education and student service requirements;
• Strong organizational and communication skills;
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team;
• Commitment to meeting the needs of every child in a diverse population;
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development; and
• Strong collaborative capabilities.

You May Also Have

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in special education, education, psychology or another related field
• Two or more years of special education coordination experience in an urban setting; and
• Experience leading and maintaining compliance for a schoolwide special education program.

We look forward to meeting you!

We proactively recruit, intentionally develop, and deeply value all members of our diverse and highly talented staff community. Our work environment fosters inclusion and authenticity, supporting all staff to thrive in their roles and maximize their impact on our students.

Our hiring process consists of an online application, asynchronous and panel interviews, and written performance activity. We offer a competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Spanish speakers and people of color are encouraged to apply.