Supervisor of Pupil Services

Position Summary

The Supervisor of Pupil Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the district's K12 school counseling, psychological and mental health services. This individual ensures all students have access to equitable academic advising, college and career readiness, social-emotional learning, and mental health support. The Supervisor oversees school psychologists, social workers, school counselors, and school counseling department head(s), ensuring high-quality and coordinated delivery of services. The role includes the development of a K12 counseling curriculum continuum, proactive student programming, implementation of mental health screenings, oversight of crisis response protocols, oversight of special education and 504 programs for students, and strong family engagement. This position plays a key role in fostering student resilience, successful transitions, and whole-child development.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership and Program Oversight

• Supervise and evaluate all school school psychologists, school social workers, school counselors and school counseling department head(s) to ensure high-quality, coordinated services across schools.
• Lead the vision, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive school counseling and student support services program aligned with the National Models/Standards and district goals.
• Support the implementation of specialized programming for students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Educational Plans (IEP's) and Section 504 Plans.
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine a vertically aligned K12 counseling curriculum that integrates academic planning, college/career readiness, SEL, and life skills.
• Ensure school-based student support systems align with district equity, wellness, and achievement priorities.
• Identifies and selects annual system-wide program improvement goals and objectives and communicates them with other staff, and provides leadership to the pupil services program within the district.
• Organizes, oversees and proactively seeks applicable grant opportunities related to departmental goals and improvement efforts.
• Integrates and monitors new programs and changes to meet the growing needs of students within the district. In addition, utilizes an evaluation process and data to improve program delivery.
• Implements the district's attendance, truancy, dropout prevention and homelessness programs.
• Serve as the liaison with local universities to implement dual enrollment programming for students.
  
  

Supervision of Personnel

• Assists in the recruitment and selection of pupil services staff with an understanding of the benefits of a diversified staff.
• Orients new staff to school policies and procedures, including legal requirements.
• Develops a staffing plan for utilization by the department and principals.
• Participates in the evaluation of staff as outlined in the district procedures, including objective setting as needed for professional growth.
• Supervises and observes staff as assigned.
  
  

Student Support and Services

• Oversee all aspects of school-based mental health services and ensures compliance with IEP's and Section 504 Plans, as well as integration with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS/SRBI).
• Ensure universal mental health and behavioral screenings are implemented with fidelity and followed by appropriate tiered responses and referrals.
• Develop and lead proactive student programming, including SEL instruction, peer mentoring, identity-based groups, and restorative practices.
• Lead the development and coordination of district-wide crisis counseling protocols and responses, ensuring staff are trained and supported during critical incidents.
• Support student transitions at key educational milestones, providing systemwide guidance and transition programming.
  
  

Data and Compliance

• Monitor and analyze student wellness, academic progress, behavior, attendance, and postsecondary outcome data to drive improvement in counseling services.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local mandates regarding student services, including FERPA, IEP's, 504 plans, and documentation.
• Monitor counseling-related indicators such as FAFSA completion, mental health referrals, and engagement in postsecondary planning.
• Ability to support the development of a department budget, including staffing and professional development needs.
  
  

Family and Community Engagement

• Foster meaningful and ongoing communication with families regarding student supports, transitions, SEL, and academic planning.
• Plan and lead evening events and informational sessions for families focused on college and career readiness, mental/behavioral health, and student wellness.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, mental health providers, higher education institutions, and career development agencies to expand student support networks.
  
  

Professional Development and Capacity Building

• Design and lead professional development for school psychologists, social workers, and counselors on key topics such as SEL, trauma-informed care, assessments, crisis response, and culturally responsive counseling.
• Provide mentorship and onboarding for new pupil services support staff to ensure district alignment and service continuity.
• Stay informed of best practices, policy updates, and research in school counseling, youth mental health, and postsecondary readiness.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in School Counseling, School Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Doctorate preferred.
• Connecticut State Certification in School Counseling, School Psychology, or School Social Work.
• Connecticut Intermediate Administrator Certification (092).
• At least five years of successful experience in a school-based counseling or student support role.
• Experience leading or coordinating student support services.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience working in a diverse, urban public school system.
• Familiarity with K12 counseling curriculum development, SEL programming, IEP and Section 504 Plans, and crisis response protocols.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency is a plus.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Deep knowledge of child and adolescent development, SEL, and mental health systems in schools, including knowledge of the IDEA and ADA.
• Ability to lead and supervise cross-disciplinary student support teams.
• Strong data analysis, planning, and communication skills.
• Commitment to equity, cultural responsiveness, and inclusive practices.
• Capacity to build trust, lead teams, and implement district-wide systems of support.
  
  

Terms of Employment: Salary, benefits and 206 day work year in accordance with negotiated agreement. Salary depending upon experience and academic preparation. Additional days may be required to support the opening and closing of school.

Certification Required

Intermediate Administration or Supervision (092) and certification in one of the following:

School Psychology, Social Work or School Counselor.

Minimum 5 Years Experience In Relevant Area.

Preference given to experience in working with community groups.

Preference will be given to candidates with School Psychology certification and background.

Application Procedure

Apply Online, including required attachments.

http://www.danbury.k12.ct.us