Director of Student Services

About Naples Classical Academy:

A Tuition-Free Public Charter Classical School. Naples Classical Academy is a Hillsdale College Member School.

NCA's mission is to train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical education in the liberal arts and sciences with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue.

Position Overview:

As the Student Services Director, your main responsibility is to

represent and advocate for the student body. Your job duties include

supervising the student services staff, assists with managing department budget, ensuring

compliance with state and federal regulations, and handling the

logistics for student activities and events while demonstrating an understanding of and commitment to classical education and the vision, mission and philosophy of the school.

REPORTS TO: Head of School & Administration

Summary:

The Director of Student Services is a creative, dynamic, and

thoughtful leader who works to fulfill the mission and vision of NCA.

The Director of Student Services will be responsible for supporting the

facilitation of an inclusive model for student services, that is based

upon best practices, NCA’s philosophy and the needs of all students.

The Director of Student Services directs the planning, development,

organization, management, direction, and implementation of all

aspects of Student Services for NCA which include, but are not limited

to, special education, student discipline, social-emotional

programming and team development, grant funded programs, MTSS and

Section 504. Furthermore, the Director of Student Services assures

compliance with all laws, codes, and regulations related to Student

Services; evaluates assigned personnel, and collaborates/provides

support to administrative and professional staff in meeting identified

instructional goals of the District. The Director of Student Services is a

strategic thinker and a proactive leader who models strong

communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, as well as an

unwavering commitment and energy to sustain momentum in the

journey towards learning practices for all learners with the mission and vision of the school in mind.

Overall Responsibilities:

● Ability to utilize systems to improve organizational structures

● Ability to collaboratively manage change processes

● Ability to design and manage a data collection plan

● Ability to create a positive workplace culture and climate that is

focused on the mission and vision of NCA

● Assist with the work focused on inclusive practices, which embraces

all learners as valued members of the school community, and ensures

that children who need additional interventions or intensive support

can learn alongside their peers

● Assist in planning budgetary resources for the programs

● Support office staff with maintenance of student records

● Assist in establishing long term and short term goals for

implementation plans and growth

● Ability to build a vision for Student Services and Special Education

that aligns with the mission and values of our school

● Build and lead an effective team to help achieve vision & goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

● Ability to effectively and consistently communicate with community

including parents and outside agencies

● Ability to leverage and build the talents of those on your team, while

providing effective coaching in identified growth areas

● Strong communication, collaboration and organizational skills

● Evaluate personnel and assist in the determination of goals to

improve performance

● Work with Administration to support teachers to ensure

instructional improvement and maintain highest instructional

standards for all students.

● Attend district and administrative meetings and other meetings or

events as assigned

● Oversee the District’s implementation of Non-Violent Crisis

Intervention programming and all training for department staff

● Oversee the Hospital and Homebound program

● Oversee the implementation of special education services; ensure

guidelines, procedures, and instruction are in compliance with state

and federal laws, rules and regulations, and Board Policy

● Conduct training for staff pertaining to academic instruction,

special education services, data-based decision making, IEP and

Transition Planning, as well as special education policies, MTSS and

procedures.

● Assist building personnel with curriculum adaptation, intervention

selection and implementation to support students with support needs.

● Meet regularly with the teachers to help guide, coach, and problem

solve with the goal of collaboration

● Coordinate with the District Admins as needed

● Coordinates and supervises Extended School Year needs.

● Effectively communicate with all parents regarding the needs of

students, and comply with communication protocols for special

education student needs

● Ensure the school has an appropriate continuum of services and

that students are being placed in their least restrictive environment

● Manage and oversee transition services and programming and work with specialists

● Oversee and provide training on digital IEP and records storage

● Oversee the implementation of special education assessments

● Collaborate with school district Special Education department

● Assist in the establishment of goals and objectives for district

aligned Student Services

● Work with the Admins to address building needs and create

processes and procedures that most effectively support students.

● Seek ways to impart a restorative and rehabilitative approach to

student conduct.

● Understand the spectrum of student interventions and help staff

implement best practices

● Collaborate with the Admins on building a cohesive system which

supports students post-secondary success, both academically and

social-emotionally.

All other applicable duties as assigned.

Education Qualifications and Requirements:

● Current Professional Educator Certification

● Bachelor's (Master's preferred) Degree Special Education or related field

● Five years of experience in school administration within the ESE department (special/exceptional services preferred)

● Must have a strong background in special education administration and instruction, including experience with special education processes, procedures and legal requirements, evaluations (both student and teacher) and a deep understanding of IEP development and evaluation

● Strong background in social-emotional learning competencies and experience working with social, emotional, and behavioral intervention teams

The organization is an equal opportunity employer. The organization is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in all areas of recruitment, selection, placement, training, assignment, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, retention, and promotion. The board commits itself to the policy that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any person because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability. All decisions with regard to employment shall be in compliance with applicable state and federal law.

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