Interim Director of Student Services
About The Position
The Interim Director of Student Services assists the Superintendent and district administration by providing leadership and managerial oversight for the development, implementation, and coordination of the district’s educational and therapy services. The role oversees the daily administration of student services offices, including enrollment, student records, tuition processes, reporting, and therapy services. The position reports to the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent. Appointment is made by the Board of Education upon the Superintendent’s recommendation; contract and salary are negotiated with and approved by the Board. The schedule offers virtual and on-site flexibility. The Director is expected to fulfill current legal and regulatory requirements while observing procedural safeguards, support Board-approved goals and policies, and perform related duties at the request of the Superintendent or designee. Performance is evaluated in accordance with Board policies and procedures. The district states that essential functions must be performed unaided or with reasonable accommodation and guarantees equal employment opportunity.
Requirements
- Valid New Jersey School Principal Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility.
- Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field.
- Expertise in best practices in educational leadership.
- Knowledge of federal and state statutes affecting students with disabilities.
- Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
- Knowledge of and ability to use multiple technology platforms.
- Medical and physical capacity to perform the major responsibilities.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership in district-wide curriculum, staff development, staff supervision and evaluation, personnel, and finance, particularly in Special Services and overall management.
- Fulfill current legal and regulatory mandates while observing procedural safeguards.
- Prepare and submit state and county reports, including ASSA, Fall Report, Civil Rights Compliance, School Register Summary, and SEMI.
- Oversee daily administration of the student services offices.
- Review applications and coordinate the student admission process.
- Monitor student enrollment and submit reports to the Superintendent.
- Maintain contact with sending districts regarding enrollment needs.
- Develop program and facility planning using enrollment data, projections, and analysis.
- Supervise maintenance of student enrollment and registration, attendance, tuition billing, demographic, and IEP data in the student database.
- Supervise maintenance of the CSSD Tuition System for state tuition payments.
- Administer preparation of tuition and personal aid contracts, invoices, and financial reports.
- Prepare and submit county requests for approval of waivers and class changes.
- Manage in-district therapy services and outsourcing of services as needed, including budget development and management and approval of outsourcing invoices.
- Assist Human Resources with hiring and onboarding therapy services and case management, and coordinate related-services schedules for staff assigned through building principals.
- Support and adhere to Board-approved goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Perform additional related duties at the request of the Superintendent or designee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
