26-27 Director Of Student Services

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy • Milwaukee, WI

20h

About The Position

Aug Prep is more than a school, it's a community where excellence, faith, and holistic education come together. We’re not only about high standards but also creating a place where people love to grow, learn, and inspire! We currently serve over 2,400 K4-12 students in our ninth year at our South Campus. We are thrilled to launch our North Campus in the 26-27 school year, initially serving about 300 students in grades K4-6 and 9.

The Director of Student Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all Special Education (SPED), 504, and Special Needs Scholarship Program (SNSP) processes across both K–12 campuses. This role ensures full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while building strong systems that support equitable, rigorous learning experiences for students with disabilities. The Director leads and manages special education programming, compliance procedures, student evaluation processes, staff supervision, and cross-campus coordination to ensure seamless service delivery, instructional alignment, and student success.

Requirements

• A belief in the ability of every child and a commitment to ensure excellence for each student.
• Education Level: Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
• Must be licensed as a special education teacher (2801).
• A minimum of three years’ experience in teaching, administration, and/or supervisory roles in education
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Team player committed to the St. Augustine Preparatory mission and model.
• Lastly and most important, the candidate must demonstrate and possess the highest integrity, and be able to live the values, beliefs, and culture of St. Augustine Prep

Nice To Haves

• Director of Special Education and Pupil Services license (80), master’s degree in Administration and Supervision, background in special education instruction and law, Response to Intervention, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, preferred.
• Active participation in a Christian church.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage special education programming, compliance procedures, student evaluation processes, and cross-campus coordination.
• Oversee SNSP operations and compliance, including intake, residency and LEA verification, documentation, service agreements, and audit preparation.
• Ensure alignment with IDEA, DPI, Child Find, and state reporting requirements.
• Oversee student services records including evaluations, IEP/PLP/504 reviews, progress reporting timelines, and electronic documentation systems.
• Coordinate processes with resident districts including observations, assessments, and re-evaluations.
• Review IEPs for serviceability and alignment with school capacity.
• Monitor student progress including attendance, discipline, academic growth, retention considerations, and high school credit audits.
• Ensure timely data collection and communication with teachers and families.
• Manage SPED staff including caseload assignments, coaching, observation cycles, and instructional walkthroughs.
• Facilitate department meetings and support onboarding and 90-day reviews for new staff.
• Deliver professional development to strengthen staff capacity and alignment across campuses.
• Lead data-informed oversight including analysis of MAP, Forward Exam, ACT, and progress monitoring data.
• Maintain systems to track program performance and student outcomes.
• Partner with principals, Director of Enrollment, Clinical Director, Director of Faith & Culture, and Chief of Schools to align student support systems.
• Work closely with academic leadership to ensure SPED systems align with academic priorities.
• Support coordination of services across departments to ensure student success.
• Communicate proactively and consistently with students, families, and colleagues, providing frequent updates on student progress, classroom activities, and school initiatives.
• Work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues, supervisors, students, parents/guardians, and community members, maintaining positive, solution-oriented relationships that foster a strong, inclusive environment for optimal learning.
• Continuously seek professional growth through building and department meetings/professional development, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars/in-services.
• Serve with a flexible, open heart that recognizes no duty is outside the scope of your role, we are a team that is stronger together in service of our students.

Benefits

• Aug Prep offers a robust benefits package including medical/dental/vision,a 401(k) with employer match and employer-sponsored disability coverage.
• Full-time employees each receive $2500/year for college courses or professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director