What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Student Support Services position at Butler Academy?
**Butler Academy's Vision for Excellence**
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to fill the role of Director of Student Support Services. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal part in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
The successful candidate will oversee and direct all aspects of Butler Academy's Student Support Services, including Special Education, ESOL, MTSS, and 504 programs. This role involves coordinating day-to-day operations, educational services, and instructional guidance.
Key Responsibilities
- Legal Guidance: Advise the School President and other Leadership Team members on all legal issues related to student support policies, procedures, and services.
- Special Education: Serve on all IEP Teams as the Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative, supervise special education delivery services, and ensure fidelity of instructional models.
- ESOL Services: Serve on all ILAP Teams as the Local Education Agency Representative, supervise ELL delivery services, and ensure fidelity of instructional models.
- MTSS Co-Coordinator: Update yearly policies and procedures for MTSS implementation, create and update intervention team paperwork, and train staff on response to intervention (RtI).
- Counseling & SEL Learning: Serve as Team Lead for the SEL Team (Counseling & Yoga), support school counselors in the administration, planning, implementation, and evaluation of counseling services.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; higher degree preferred.
- Licensure preference in Learning Disabilities or Multi-Categorical in the state of South Carolina (K-12).
- 10 years of experience working with students.
In this role, you will advise parents and provide information regarding Special Education, 504, ILAPs, and related service provisions at BA. You will serve as a liaison between parents, teachers, school nurse, and medical personnel as needed. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
