Program Manager - Attendance, Discipline & Equity

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools in Seattle is seeking a Program Manager to lead districtwide attendance, discipline, restraint, and isolation programs. You will ensure compliance with policies and laws while advancing equity and instructional time.

You will analyze data, develop reports, and guide school leaders to implement evidence-based practices that reduce disproportionality in discipline and enable safe, supportive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of district, state, and federal discipline and truancy laws.
• Experience leading attendance, discipline, and restorative practices initiatives.
• Ability to develop reports, analyze trends, and inform decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee discipline, attendance, restraint, and isolation procedures districtwide.
• Provide training and guidance to school leaders on policies and practices.
• Analyze data to identify disparities and drive improvement.
• Coordinate with districts, families, and community partners on interventions.
• Manage staff, budgets, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Leadership & Collaboration

Data analysis & reporting

Trauma-informed practices

Budgeting & grant writing

Education

Master's in Education or related field

Equivalent mix of education and experience

Tools

Outlook

PowerSchool

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

SAP

Job description

Seattle Public Schools in Seattle is seeking a Program Manager to lead districtwide attendance, discipline, restraint, and isolation programs. You will ensure compliance with policies and laws while advancing equity and instructional time.

You will analyze data, develop reports, and guide school leaders to implement evidence-based practices that reduce disproportionality in discipline and enable safe, supportive learning environments.