Director of Student and Family Services - 2026-2027

Winchester Public Schools, Virginia•Winchester, VA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Student and Family Services provides leadership and management for the overall functions of student services to include student attendance, behavior, well-being, homeschooling, residency transfers, and social, emotional, academic, and physical wellness. This position will work with the WPS Cabinet, student services staff, school leaders, and community organizations to ensure a comprehensive, well-coordinated network of practices and programs to benefit students and families.

Requirements

Possess a Virginia Postgraduate Professional license with an endorsement in educational administration.
Minimum of five years of successful teaching and administrative experience at the school level.
Outstanding personal and professional characteristics; dynamic and proven leadership; ability to work effectively with school personnel and members of the community; superior writing and speaking skills; knowledge of learning theory, program planning; curriculum development and management of instructional programs; and knowledge of principles and concepts for continuous quality improvement in education.
Master's degree in Educational Leadership, School Counseling, or closely related field is required.
A minimum of five years in school-level administration, division-level administration, or in an administrative student services related role is required.
Comprehensive knowledge of best practices in education, student discipline/safety, child development, mental health, and substance abuse; thorough knowledge of evaluation protocols; knowledge of supervisory and managerial policies and practices; ability to manage complex projects with multiple components; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; ability to work with a diverse population; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to prepare reports and to present and interpret statistical data in clear and concise form; ability to use a variety of software packages including word processing, presentation, spreadsheet programs and database programs.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree preferred.
Experience with elementary and secondary students is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides division-wide leadership for student services aligned to the division’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Oversees student discipline, attendance, mental health, wellness, alternative education programs, and secondary athletics.
Leads implementation of restorative practices, trauma-informed care, and positive behavioral interventions to improve school climate.
Supervises Student Services staff and coordinates supports with school leaders and central office departments.
Serves as the Superintendent’s designee for student hearings and Title IX matters.
Ensures compliance with state law, School Board policy, and reporting requirements related to student services.
Supervises all Parent Liaisons and Behavior Technicians
Collaborates with families, schools, and community agencies to support students and manage transitions.
Develops budgets, policies, and reports to inform leadership and School Board decision-making.