Student Services Director - Cary

About the role

Reports to Deputy Superintendent (Academics). Supervises primary role: development and implementation of all student-related programs and student culture, including college preparation, alumni relations, character and leadership development, athletics, and parent engagement.

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 and 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 clarifying roles and relationships
• Oversee athletics and work with coordinators to develop and perform 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 to guide students and parents/guardians through the college admissions and application process
• Assist schools with alumni engagement by organizing alumni events, offering employment opportunities, volunteer work, academic support, and social-emotional support
• Develop a plan for parent engagement; work with school administrators to improve 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