Director of Student Support Services

Director of Student Support Services JobID: 18248 Position Type: Central Office Administration/DirectorDate Posted: 9/9/2026Location: Brandon School DistrictDistrict: Brandon School District Additional Information: Show/HideTitle: Director of Student Support ServicesLocation: Brandon School DistrictPosition Summary: Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Student Support Services is responsible for implementing and maintaining District-wide Special Education programs conforming to district, state, and federal objectives and laws; planning, designing, and implementing all phases of programs and services provided by the Special Education staff; serving as a resource to students, parents, and staff and maintaining adequate staffing to ensure objectives of programs and services are achieved within budget. Minimum Qualifications:Master's Degree in Special Education or related fieldFull approval granted from completion of a Special Education Director program, or currently working under/ability to gain temporary approval towards full approvalState of Michigan Administrator Certificate Preferred Qualifications: Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Special Education is preferredFive years of successful teaching experience at with special education students is preferredExperience leading or working within a Title I building is preferredExperience with Title IX compliance and coordination is preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Advanced knowledge of federal, state and local special education rules and regulations, staff management, corrective discipline, school district, and special education financeKnowledge of and/or direct work experience with the special education programs to be supervisedKnowledge of and demonstrated experience in the areas of Special Education, including emotionally impaired, cognitively impaired, learning disabled, ASD and othersConceptual understanding of human growth and development, learning theories and teaching methodologies, and special education service delivery modelsAbility to mediate conflict, prioritize tasks, and build relationshipsAbility to assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, as well as that of the staff; stay current with changing regulations, techniques, and best practices Responsibilities:Facilitate and support the development of Individualized Education Program process with families, students and staffAssists with the supervision and coordination of the creation and implementation of BSD operated programs and services for BSD resident students currently served in out-of-district center programsAssists with the evaluation of current special education programs and recommends changes as requiredParticipate in the development and promotion of special education service and delivery throughout the district to ensure that individual student needs are being metIncorporates diverse perspectives and builds consensus to provide equitable, appropriate, and effective learning opportunities for every special education student to achieveSupervises the special education instructional programs and evaluates the performance of teachers; uses data about teacher practice to identify and support individual and team professional learning needs across a continuum of professional growthBuilds a professional culture of trust, openness and collaboration, engaging teachers and other staff in sharing information, analyzing outcomes, and planning improvementOversees Section 504 coordination for students and makes appropriate services available to studentsDevelops shared understanding of and commitment to ongoing professional development to achieve high expectations for special education studentsGuides and supports quality professional development that results in improved teaching and learning and meets diverse learning needs for special education studentsKeep informed of legal requirements governing special education programs, and assure that staff and programs are in compliance with the lawSupervise special education personnel in cooperation with building principalsAssist with budget recommendations on established budgets for special education programs including State and Federal funding programsAssist with grant preparation from various Federal and State funding sourcesCoordinate and supervise summer programs for special education (ESY)Adheres to all safety and security requirements at the state and district levelsPromote positive student attitudes toward school and learningEffectively promote and enforce school policy; provide discipline as neededCollaborate in an effective manner with other administrative peersCommunicate effectively and consistently with the school's parent communityUnderstand and implement all master agreements and adhere to the District's policiesConduct himself/herself in a professional manner commensurate with his/her position, and project a good public image of the School District in dealing with the community and employee groupsOther duties as assigned REPORTS TO: SuperintendentWORKDAY/WEEK: Year-round Central Office CalendarSTARTING DATE: ASAPCOMPENSATION: $115,000.00 to $125,000.00 (salary range based on education and experience)POSTING DATE: September 9, 2026POSTING DEADLINE: Internal: Until FilledExternal: Until Filled