Director of Student Support Services

Position Type:

Administration

Date Posted:

5/6/2025

Location:

East Granby School District

Date Available:

07/28/2025

Closing Date:

05/30/2025 Director of Student Support Services

(Anticipated Start Date: July 28, 2025)

Persons interested in, qualified for, and/or certified in the above position must submit the online application by Friday, May 30, 2025*.

* The District reserves the right to close any job posting when a suitable applicant has been found before the deadline date.

Job Goal:

Director of Student Support Services is responsible for the administration and supervision of the district wide special education program. Reports to: Superintendent of Schools

Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Promotes and guides others to create a culture for learning that focuses on increasing student achievement and achieving stated program goals.

Assists in developing and monitoring curriculum, planning instruction, and obtaining resources to build a quality learning environment.

Works in conjunction with building administrator(s) in the development and implementation of pre-referral strategies and procedures.

Provides technical assistance including training, support, access to resources, and information regarding state platforms and best practices.

Supervises and evaluates all special education staff members including student support services staff, school counselors, social workers, psychologists, speech/language therapists, school nurses, and paraprofessionals.

Initiates, implements, and monitors, as necessary, all forms, reports, and mandatory procedures related to state and federal special education regulations and requirements.

Monitors and or participates in all student assistance team and planning and placement team meetings and 504's to ensure compliance with federal and state laws.

Develops, implements, and monitors programs related to gifted and talented ESY and English Language Learners.

Assists in the recruitment and hiring of personnel.

Prepares and administers the budget for special education and student support services.

Completes applications, provides management, and acts as the liaison for specified grants.

Provides administrative representation at assigned local and state meetings.

Coordinates all special education programs and student support services within the District for all students ages birth-22 who require such services.

Coordinates and promotes early screening, identification, and intervention for birth to school-age children.

Coordinates homebound tutoring program.

Engages in professional activities that support continued lifelong learning.

Determines transportation services for special education students.

Serves at District Title IX Coordinator.

Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools. QUALIFICATIONS:

Intermediate Administration and Supervision (092)

CT Special Education Certification (165) or related services certification

Three to five (3-5) years of leadership experience in a public school setting preferred EVALUATION:

Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Superintendent of Schools in accordance with Board policy and as specified by contract requirements.