Senior Director of Students Success

Senior Director of Student Success

Job Title:  Senior Director of Student Success

Department: Academic  

FLSA Status: Exempt (FLSA)

Reports to:  Chief Academic Officer

Compensation:  $137,399 - 158,009 Competitive Benefits Package

Join a collaborative team of educators and learners dedicated to preparing all students to live with compassion, global perspective, and the skills to create meaningful change.

The Organization

Mundo Verde was founded in 2011 as Washington, DC’s first “green” public charter school. Today, Mundo Verde serves over 1,200 students across two campuses. Our core pillars—bilingualism, hands-on learning, and sustainability, as well as our foundational commitment to a Beloved Community—guide our innovative educational approach, shaping confident kids who generate sustainable solutions. Our mission is to foster high levels of academic achievement among a diverse group of students by preparing them to be successful and compassionate global stewards of their communities. Families and staff are respected, valued, and included as essential partners in this thriving, inclusive community. 

With the hiring of a new Executive Team, the launch of a new strategic plan,  the completion of construction at the Calle Ocho Campus, and its fifteen-year anniversary in 2026, Mundo Verde is at an inflection point in its development as an organization. Mundo Verde seeks to build a team of mission-driven, compassionate, collaborative colleagues who will advance the school’s mission and chart the path for its next phase, as it becomes the most excellent Mundo Verde it can be.

Position Overview:  The Senior Director of Student Success leads and is responsible for the direction, coordination and implementation of Mundo Verde’s policies, procedures, and systems related to serving students with diverse learning needs. This senior leadership role focuses on increasing equity, academic achievement, and support for multilingual students and students with disabilities. This role oversees specialized academic programming, related services, and compliance to reduce the opportunity gap for students with diverse learning needs. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Strategic Leadership
  • Drives the vision for students with disabilities and multilingual learners across Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS, including data-informed planning and continuous improvement of services. 
  • Collaborates closely with CAO, Sr. Dir of Data & Academics, and Principals to envision strategy and work plans related to specialized instruction and leadership in accordance with Mundo Verde’s strategic plan. 
  • Collaborates closely with CAO and CFOO to inform decisions related to the special education budget, including staffing and services. 
  • Serves as a key member of the hiring team for campus-level special education leadership positions and supervisor of cross-campus providers in collaboration with school leadership team
• Programmatic Oversight
  • Develops and ensures guidelines are implemented regarding specialized instruction, related services, school leadership development, and dispute resolution as it relates to special education, Section 504, and multilingual learners. 
  • Creates policies, procedures, and aligned professional development for campus-level leaders (e.g. criteria for services and service hours; continuum of services for LEAl quality plan development for IEPs, 504s, and MLs; quality specialized instruction; evidence-based and aligned interventions; Medicaid reimbursement; and special education staff evaluations). 
  • Manages contracts with special education service providers, contracted teachers, and programs and collaborates with school-based leadership teams to ensure effectiveness. 
  • Oversees implementation of the Home and Hospital Instruction Program as needed. 
  • Responsible for preparing for and executing Extended School Year (ESY) in collaboration with APs of Student Success, including student identification, hiring, instructional programming, and training.
• Instructional Excellence
  • Ensures the implementation of evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions to support multilingual students and students with disabilities. 
  • Works collaboratively with CAO, Senior Director of Data & Academics, and Campus Principals to identify evidence-based interventions that are aligned to core curriculum and standards. 
  • In collaboration with other leaders, develop a network-wide system of professional development for leaders and educators with a focus on meeting the needs of all students.
• Compliance and Equity
  • Ensures Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS meets federal and local mandates (e.g. Child Count, OSSE corrective actions) while fostering inclusive environments by working with cross-campus providers and each school’s Assistant Principal of Student Success
  • Remain up to date on charter-sector, state and federal policies related to special education, early intervention processes, and multilingual students.
  • Represents Mundo Verde in conflict resolution and legal proceedings related to students with disabilities
• Stakeholder Engagement 
  • Collaborates with families, community partners, network and campus-based leadership to improve outcomes for all students.
  • Demonstrates cultural competence and exceptional organization and communication skills in a diverse environment.
• Support School Events
  • Expected to attend (when relevant) and support pre-planned evening events throughout the year such as Expo, family visits, celebrations of art and learning, etc. as needed
  • Expected to attend at least one family event a year such as orientation, prospective parent info sessions, family potlucks, etc.

Successful Traits:  

• Student-Centered Mindset
  Demonstrates a deep commitment to supporting every student’s academic growth and overall well-being.
• Collaboration and Teamwork
  Builds positive relationships with colleagues, contributes to a supportive team culture, and works effectively with staff and families.
• Cultural Responsiveness
  Values and respects the diverse backgrounds of colleagues, students and families and fosters an inclusive learning and work environment.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving
  Responds effectively to changing needs in a dynamic school environment and approaches challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Growth Mindset
  Demonstrates openness to feedback, continuous learning, and professional development to improve practice.

Employee Benefits & Culture:

Mundo Verde cares for and values our phenomenal staff and provides the following:  

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short/long-term and life insurance, employer contributions to a 401(k), a transportation stipend, and paid time off (28 days of PTO: 8 Sick, 20 Personal), and holidays scheduled in the school calendar. 
• A community that uplifts the voices, stories, languages, and backgrounds of each student, family and staff member 
• An opportunity to develop compassionate global stewards and lifelong biliterate learners
• Colleagues who are devoted to their practice, their students, to each other, and the school mission
• A leadership team that invests in your growth through meaningful feedback, coaching, and dedication to professional development
• A supportive, inclusive work environment that values staff voice and well‑being

Terms of Employment:  

• Schedule: Full-time, 8 hour workday
• Location: Network-based role serving position meaning will serve at both campuses.
• Position Type: This is a full-time, 12-month exempt salaried position, which is exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act
• Pre‑Employment Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a TB test, fingerprinting, and a background check

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

MVBPCS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, credit information, family responsibilities, genetic information, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital status, matriculation, homeless status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Employees and applicants who believe they have been subjected to unlawful discrimination should file a complaint with Mundo Verde at HR@mundoverdepcs.org or they may share their concerns with any manager.

Individuals who believe they have been subjected to unlawful discrimination on the basis of sex may file a complaint with Mundo Verde’s Title IX Coordinator:

Erin K. Pitts, Chief of People and Culture

Phone: (202) 750-7060

E-mail: epitts@mundoverdepcs.org

Mail: Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School, 30 P Street NW, WDC 20001

Retaliation against any individual who files a complaint or participates in an investigation is strictly prohibited.

Required Qualifications:

• Qualifications
  • Candidates must have a master’s degree (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience) in Educational Administration, Special Education Leadership or related field.
  • Prior experience in campus- or sector-level special education leadership roles required.
  • Previous supervisory experience is beneficial.
  • Advanced, native or intermediate proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred.
  • Teaching experience with special student populations and valid teaching or other educational certification preferred.

Salary : $137,399 - $158,009