What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Student Support Services (Special Education & MTSS/Wellness) position at Burlingame School District?

Director of Student Support Services (Special Education & MTSS/Wellness) at Burlingame School District

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Application Deadline

7/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Date Posted

7/11/2026

Contact

Carla Torres

Number of Openings

Salary

Pay Range
$174,366 - $228,454 Annually

Add'l Salary Info

Educational Incentives: $2,000 Annual Master’s Degree Stipend $2,000 Annual Doctorate Degree Stipend Technology Allowance: $100 Monthly Cell Phone Stipend. Comprehensive, employer-covered single medical and single dental coverage plan.

Length of Work Year

220 Workdays

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

The Burlingame School District is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Director of Student Support Services to provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for its K-8 Special Education and Student Services programs. Serving as a key member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet, the Director ensures district-wide compliance with state and federal regulations while managing a comprehensive continuum of student programs, including IEP/504 processes, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Counseling, Mental Health/Wellness initiatives, and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). This role acts as a vital liaison between school sites, families, and outside agencies to champion the academic and socio-emotional success of all students, requiring a Master's degree, a valid California Administrative Services Credential, at least three years of administrative experience, and five years of public school experience.

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid California Administrative Services Credential Valid California Teacher Credential with certification to teach English Learners, Special Education Credential, School Psychologist, Inclusionary Specialist, or Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Possess/maintain a valid California Driver’s License Pass the BSD pre-employment DOJ/FBI Live Scan Fingerprinting & TB Testing

Applicants must submit a complete application packet via this portal to be considered for the position. Incomplete packets will not be moved forward. Please ensure the following documents are attached: Current Resume/CV: Detailing your educational leadership and teaching background. Letter of Introduction: Outlining your philosophy on instructional leadership, community partnership, and your interest in leading a Hoover school site. Three (3) Recent Letters of Recommendation: Dated within the last two years from professional supervisors who can attest to your administrative or teaching capabilities. Credential Copies: Proof of a valid California Administrative Services Credential. Transcripts: Legible copies of post-secondary transcripts verifying your Master's or Doctorate degree.

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Comments and Other Information

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT The State of California Department of Education (CDE) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The CDE does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one of more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, material status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CDE’s efforts to meet the legal obligations outlined in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in CDE employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity. TITLE IX COMPLIANCE Related Board Policies regarding nondiscrimination in the Burlingame School District’s programs (BP 0410), employment (BP 4030), and anti-harassment /anti-bullying (BP 0411), sexual harassment of student or staff (BP 4119.11) are outlined in the referenced Board Policies which can be found on the district website: http:/www.burlingameschools.org Complaints regarding discrimination as outlined in the above statement and related board policies should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator for the Burlingame School District: (650) 259-3800

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