Assistant Superintendent of Student Services

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF STUDENT SERVICES

Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services provides vision and leadership for the coordination of resources to support and enhance student learning including programs, policies, operations, and procedures related to school district support services, outside organizations, families, and state and federal agencies. Provides leadership and supervision of programs and personnel assigned to meet the special and alternative needs of students including special education, social-emotional learning, and guidance services. Works collaboratively with families, community agencies, and businesses to form viable partnerships for the support and development of students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advises the Superintendent in all matters related to the areas of responsibility. Interpret, maintain, and monitor compliance with School Committee policies and administrative regulations pertaining to areas of responsibility.
• Coordinate with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning, and Student Success to provide oversight, vision, and strategic implementation of actions to improve student achievement for the effective operations of the District.
• Plans, directs and reviews the activities and operations related to student support services, including Special Education, Guidance and Counseling, School Health Services, Hospital/Homebound Services, School Psychology, School Social Work, Dropout Prevention, Social Emotional and Mental Health Programming, and/or other systems of support.
• Administers and monitors Student Services programs and activities to ensure compliance with established curriculum standards and requirements
• Address and respond to all complaints from families related to student services.
• Implement the Superintendent's Action Plan and School Committee Goals to improve student outcomes, instructional practices, school operations and management, and leadership development.
• Prepare timely and concise reports to the Superintendent and the School Committee including
• Comprehensive and financial data for all aspects of the department.
• Develop and monitor alternative services to meet the needs of all students.
• Guide the district's effort in advancing racial, gender identity, and sexuality equity in order to ensure all students are welcomed in a safe environment.
• Work to employ educators with personal or professional development experience/training in
• Identifying, learning, facilitating, and/or implementing best practices related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Works to employ multilingual and diverse educators with experience teaching in diverse and underserved communities.
• Responsible for developing, organizing and implementing all programs related to student services, alternative programs, discipline, child welfare and attendance, parent programs, mental, behavioral, social emotional and health programs, centralized enrollment programs.
• Monitor and develop programs to ensure a safe environment for all students.
• Support the District’s implementation of Multi-Tiered Student Support System and coordinate with district Principals and the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning, and Student Success.
• Maintain and serve as a liaison between the district and the various community Police Departments, the Probation Department, County Health Services, and other community agencies.
• Communicate and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders by working on the development of partnerships with educational and community organizations.
• Collaborate with outside agencies to maximize resources in the community and create more options through a variety of services to address the needs of our students.
• Develop and monitor accountability of department progress to meet district goals.
• Serve as custodian of records.
• Provides support to foster a culture that motivates teachers and administrators to perform at the level of excellence necessary to improve student achievement and narrow the achievement gap between racial, ethnic, and economic groups.
• Develop and supervise the implementation of procedures for the custodianship of student records.
• Work with Human Resources to make recommendations for the selection, assignment, evaluation, and transfers of personnel.
• Research, prepare agenda items, and make presentations to the School Committee as assigned.
• Expand and implement programs related to mental and behavioral health services.
• Implement climate safety programs to increase student safety.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's Degree or higher in Education Administration.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as an Administrator. 
• Licensure as Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent in Massachusetts
• Experience working in a K-12 environment as a school Principal is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Budget Preparation and Execution 
• Planning, organization, and direction of Student Services, Parent Engagement, health programs, enrollment, safety programs, parent resources hub, discipline, and alternative student support programs.
• Working knowledge of software programs related to Student Services and management of data.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Strong presentation skills.

ABILITY TO:

• Work in a fast-paced environment where decision-making skills and the ability to provide clear direction it essential.
• Plan, organize, and administer programs related to student services, alternative programs, enrollment, safety, parent engagement, parent resource hub, and discipline.
• Ability to make efficient recommendations or decisions impacting the district.
• Ability to establish broad objectives relative to the position duties or departmental responsibilities and utilize sound independent judgment.
• Supervise the performance of assigned personnel.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Analyze situations accurately and the ability to adopt an effective course of action.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Work independently.
• Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports.
• Maintain consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
• Expand and develop services to address student needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment.
• Constant interruptions.
• Varied daily interactions with school site administrators.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Vision to read a variety of materials.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials.

Everett Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.