Director of Student Services

Director of Student Services Salary Range: from $125,000 - $135,000 Benefits: Medical/Prescription/Dental Compensation Program: Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master's degree plus 32 credits is preferred but a Master's degree is required The applicant must hold the School Administrator or Principal certification issued by the New Jersey State Department of Education Preference given to candidates with experience as a member of the Child Study Team Must be mature and possess integrity Must possess vigorous leadership qualities Must possess the ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders Must pass criminal background check and fingerprints, pre-employment drug screening and TB test Special Knowledge/Skills: Have excellent administrative and/or teaching experience and work with students with special needs, demonstrating an understanding of the needs of these students Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of special education programs and services, pre-referral interventions, curriculum development and program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning Demonstrate an understanding of the regulations regarding the operation of special education programs, including those outlined in N.J.A.C. Title 6, Chapters 26 and 28, U.S.P.L. 93-112, and Section 504. Ability to gather, organize and maintain district-wide confidential records, such as Child Study Team, Speech Language Specialist, OT/PT, nursing and counseling records Ability to recommend budgetary allocations, develop budgets and manage resources Remain abreast of current developments, new trends and research, and contemporary interpretation of content and methodology related to position Establish and maintain professional contact in local, state and national levels Behave in accordance with law and exhibit high standards of professional ethical behavior Follow district and school policies, regulations and procedures Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to motivate people Exhibit a personality that demonstrates integrity, enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary Demonstrate the ability to use computers for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications Perform all duties assigned by the Superintendent or her/his designee consistent with law, policies and regulations recblid c8qgaw9lr0xnvs42yqs8kqy166tbfv

Created: 2026-03-04