JOB TITLE: Chief Innovation and Student Support Services

Days per year: 226

Min: $158690

Mid: $191194

REPORTS TO:Superintendent of Schools

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

PAY GRADE:AM 11

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Chief of Innovation and Student Support Services is a visionary and systems-level leader responsible for the strategic integration and oversight of districtwide innovation student wellness behavioral supports and equitable access to enrichment and engagement opportunities. This role ensures the delivery of comprehensive services that support the whole child academically socially emotionally and physically while upholding high standards for behavior and school culture.

The Chief provides executive leadership to a portfolio of departments including student assessment counseling health services mental wellness strategic innovation and student conduct. The Chief ensures that the districts Code of Conduct student discipline practices and multi-tiered behavior interventions are developmentally appropriate culturally responsive and aligned with district values and legal standards.

All employees of Spring ISD are expected to act with integrity support organizational goals communicate clearly and respectfully champion student needs and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Masters Degree in Education Educational Leadership or a related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience in K-12 education with at least 5 years in district-level leadership.

Preferred:

• Doctorate Degree in Education or a related field
• Texas Mid-Management Principal or Superintendent Certification
• Experience in large diverse urban or suburban school districts

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Deep knowledge of equity-centered innovation student support systems and whole-child frameworks
• Expertise in building cross-functional teams that integrate academic behavioral and wellness supports
• Strong understanding of accountability systems (local state federal) and assessment frameworks
• Exceptional skill in strategic planning systems-level thinking and implementation science
• Knowledge of state and federal compliance regulations related to health services mental health counseling and student safety
• Ability to lead with influence coach senior leaders and align departments to shared goals
• Advanced ability to communicate with clarity and credibility across stakeholder groups including the Board of Trustees TEA families and the community
• Experience leveraging data and research to drive policy practice and innovation
• Ability to manage complex budgets and secure external funding aligned with strategic goals
• Demonstrated experience leading teams managing complex projects and driving innovation and equity initiatives

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Executive Leadership and Strategic Oversight

• Provide strategic direction cross-functional alignment and senior-level leadership to all departments and initiatives under Innovation and Student Support Services ensuring integration with the districts overall mission and strategic plan.
• Supervise and support the Executive Director of Innovation and Student Support Services and the Assistant Superintendent of Research Accountability and Testing providing leadership coaching and performance management aligned to district goals.
• Serve as a key member of the Superintendents Senior Leadership Team contributing to system-wide decision-making and representing student support innovation and engagement perspectives at the executive level.
• Oversee the development and implementation of districtwide innovation strategies student wellness programs and behavior support systems to ensure equitable student access to academic social-emotional and enrichment services.
• Provide leadership and accountability for student discipline systems and the implementation of the districts Student Code of Conduct ensuring policies and practices are aligned with legal requirements and equity goals.

Student Support Systems and Whole-Child Services

• Provide executive-level oversight of all student support services departments including:
• Guidance Counseling and Mental Health
• Nursing and Health Services
• Truancy and Dropout Prevention
• Credit Recovery
• Safe and Drug-Free Schools
• Student Discipline and Code of Conduct
• Ensure that school-based and districtwide behavior intervention systems are research-based developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive.
• Collaborate with academic and operational departments to integrate student support services into campus instructional programs crisis management plans and continuous improvement cycles.

Innovation and Strategic Initiatives

• Oversee districtwide innovation initiatives including strategic projects aligned to the Superintendents priorities and the districts long-range strategic plan.
• Lead the districts Advisory Committee on Education (ACE) and ensure stakeholder feedback informs the development and refinement of innovative programs.
• Support and scale innovative practices technologies and systems that improve student engagement accelerate achievement and close opportunity gaps.
• Collaborate with departments to redesign outdated systems and pilot new models that enhance student outcomes and operational efficiency.

Student Conduct Behavior and Discipline

• Provide leadership and oversight of the districts student discipline systems ensuring all practices align with federal and state law board policy and equity commitments.
• Supervise the Executive Director of Innovation and Student Support Services in the implementation of the districts Student Code of Conduct ensuring clarity fairness and responsiveness.
• Develop and oversee training for principals and other leaders on restorative practices de-escalation techniques due process in disciplinary matters and the use of data to monitor equity in discipline referrals and consequences.
• Analyze discipline data to identify trends disparities and areas for improvement and lead system-wide efforts to reduce exclusionary discipline and increase student engagement.
• Ensure appropriate collaboration with Legal Special Education and Equity teams to address due process complaints and investigations related to student discipline.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the districts liaison with external agencies nonprofit organizations and state-level networks focused on innovation student health and mental wellness.
• Foster strong partnerships with families community stakeholders and local organizations to expand access to wraparound services and supports.
• Lead cross-functional teams and working groups to assess program effectiveness solve complex challenges and recommend improvements to policy and practice.

Data-Informed Decision Making and Accountability

• Use data to monitor the impact and effectiveness of all programs under the Chiefs leadership identifying gaps in service and areas for innovation or redesign.
• Ensure effective systems for progress monitoring and continuous improvement across departments.
• Oversee compliance with all federal state and local requirements related to student services including discipline health mental health and counseling.
• Present data-informed updates and recommendations to the Superintendent Board of Trustees and other stakeholders as needed.

Operational and Fiscal Management

• Develop and manage budgets for assigned departments ensuring efficient and strategic use of resources aligned with student needs and district priorities.
• Identify and secure external funding opportunities including grants and partnerships to support innovation and student support initiatives.
• Ensure departments maintain accurate records and documentation required for audits compliance and program evaluation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands:
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility standing prolonged sitting some lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling. This position will require frequent travel within the district and occasional statewide travel.

Mental Demands:
Ability to solve problems and manage high-stakes complex situations; ability to interpret data and research; ability to communicate across stakeholder groups with discretion and professionalism; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressure; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

Required Experience:

Chief