Student Services Director - Cary

About the role

The Student Services Director is responsible for the development and implementation of all student-related programs and student culture. These programs include, but are not limited to, college preparation, alumni relations, character and leadership development, athletics, and parent engagement.

Reports to

Deputy Superintendent (Academics)

Supervises

Primary role supervision responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Previous teaching, supervisory, leadership, or administrative experience in a school or community-based organization preferred

Skills

• Team player, highly organized, ability to multitask
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Friendly and able to interact professionally and positively with staff, students, parents, and community members
• Computer skills including email, internet use, keyboarding, database, Excel, Word
• Knowledge of principles and practices related to youth development and educational issues

Responsibilities

• Follow all board policies
• Maintain confidentiality of all student, parent, and staff information
• Develop an annual outreach plan according to program needs and capacity
• Work with school administrations to improve student spirit, culture, and motivation; develop short and long-term plans for all student-related programs, monitor progress, assure adherence, and evaluate performance
• Guide schools on character development and life skills
• Oversee all leadership programs, including but not limited to CLP, NHS, NJHS, NEHS, DECA, and Student Council
• Supervise all leadership program advisors by articulating expectations, displaying model behavior, maintaining open lines of communication, and being clear about roles and relationships
• Oversee athletics and work with coordinators in the development and performance of athletic programs at all levels (elementary, middle, and high school)
• Set annual goals and follow up on schools’ performance regarding college entrance exams (SAT/ACT), awarded scholarships, college applications, graduation, and college acceptance rates
• Work with college counselors on guiding students and their parents/guardians through the college admissions and application process
• Assist schools with the engagement of alumni by organizing alumni events, offering employment opportunities, volunteer work, academic, and social-emotional support
• Develop a plan for parent engagement; work with school administrators on the improvement of the “Parent Academy,” “Home Visits,” and other parent engagement activities
• Oversee student activities, extracurricular programs, smart lunches, clubs, competitive teams, and assist with fundraising efforts
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor