Supervisor- Student Support Services

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Supervisor - Student Support Services.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Jersey Department of Education Principal Standard (Preferred) and/or Supervisor Standard license.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in school or district level administration.
• Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for curriculum, assessment and instruction.
• Ability to plan, organize and administer a District-level professional development program.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Basic Functions And Responsibilities

I. Management and Coaching of Instructional Staff

• Supports and directs the planning, development, organization, management, direction, and implementation of student service programs of the District which include alternative education, grading policy, intervention supports (I&RS/504), child welfare, discipline procedures, grant funded programs, McKinney-Vento (homeless unit), and school safety; assure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations related to student services.
• Supports and serves as a resource person to help students achieve and make successful personal, education, and occupational life plans.
• Initiates, facilitates, and supports community agencies and other resources to meet pupils’ needs.
• Meets with parents to discuss implementation of programs and to resolve grievances.
• Assists in preparation of reports requested by central office administrators and local, state, and federal agencies.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports.
• Guides staff, parents, and the community in the interpretation of programs and compliance with federal, state, and district rules and regulations.
• Participates in activities that promote professional growth for staff.
• Assist in the evaluation of instructional and non-instructional staff at the discretion of the Director of Student Life and performs related work.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Support Services.

II. Organizational Leadership

• Establishes and executes organizational systems and district/departmental goals and initiatives
• Develops and monitors strategies for high level collaboration among faculty and staff.
• Communicates effectively and maintains a positive disposition in all circumstances to ensure an outcome that promotes student academic achievement, staff professional development, and District-wide success.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Director or Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support Services

SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, AND UNION AFFILIATION

• Salary: $107,500 - $143,500
• Employment period:
  Twelve (12) Months
• Union affiliation:
  City Association of Supervisors and Administrators (C.A.S.A.)

The Newark Board of Education is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.