Director of Student Affairs

National Center for Urban Solutions•Columbus, OH

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Student Services is a crucial leadership role responsible for ensuring that scholars' educational needs are met through Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Special Education services across all districts across the state of Ohio. This position requires travel among different locations to oversee and coordinate services effectively. Additionally, you will foster a supportive community that encourages students and achievement. Collaboration between colleagues, parents, and is crucial to ensure success. In addition, our expectation is for our instructional staff to ensure their instructional space includes Career Tech focus.

Requirements

Master’s degree in education, Educational Leadership, or related field.
Certification in Special Education Administration or related area preferred.
Experience working in intervention programs and overseeing Special Education services.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, directors, and external stakeholders effectively.
Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze data, generate reports, and make data-driven decisions.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to Special Education and intervention services.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, parents, and colleagues effectively.
Creative Innovative and unafraid to change.
Ability to be flexible and pivot when necessary.
Strong technology skills.
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
Proficiency in integrating technology into teaching and learning.
Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest trends and research in education.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to staff in the Title I and Special Education departments.
Ensure scholars are receiving necessary intervention support through Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Special Education services.
Generate detailed reports for directors and the superintendent on scholars served and improvements gained through interventions.
Monitor and assess competency rates of scholars to identify areas for improvement and address any gaps in services.
Manage and facilitate activities related to Social Emotional Learning.
Oversee the transition process of special education scholars from high school to post-secondary outcomes, ensuring a smooth and successful transition.
Ensure that the child’s finding process is completed accurately and efficiently, identifying all scholars in need of specialized services upon enrollment.
Manage and coordinate the referral process of scholars to outside services.
Ensure all Special Education Documentation meets the OEC requirements.
Complete all necessary reports related to DEW and OEC.
Provide coaching to educational staff related to intervention support.
Assist with analyzing current intervention software.
Assess student progress regularly using a variety of assessment tools and techniques.
Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their growth and development.
Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions and differentiate instruction accordingly.
Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student performance data and identify strategies for improvement.
Establish effective communication channels with parents, guardians, and other stakeholders.
Regularly communicate student progress, behavioral concerns, and academic achievements to parents and guardians.
Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement interdisciplinary projects and activities.
Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and parent-teacher conferences as required.
Effectively communicate ideas, thoughts, opinions with openness to understand others while being understood.