Director of Student Services

Sheffield, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

Position SummaryThe Director of Student Services provides leadership supervision and oversight of all student support services within the Southern Berkshire Regional School District. This role ensures full compliance with district policies; the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; and all applicable federal and state regulations governing Special Education Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act English Learner Education (ELL) Early Childhood and student health Director of Student Services is a collaborative relationship-centered leader who understands that trust is foundational to effective districtwide work. As a key member of the District Leadership Team the Director builds and sustains strong and respectful partnerships with administrators educators staff families and community agencies to support equitable access inclusion and student success. This role requires a leader who communicates clearly listens deeply and engages colleagues with transparency and professionalism. The ability to foster trust alignment and shared purpose across the Leadership Team is essential to supporting the success and well-being of all students in the Southern Berkshire Regional School District. Essential ResponsibilitiesLeadership and ComplianceOversee and ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations related to Special Education (Chapter 766/IDEA and 603 CMR 28.00) Section 504 ELL Early Childhood and student health servicesImplement and monitor district policies procedures contracts and collective bargaining agreements related to student servicesServe as the districts primary resource and authority on special education law and regulatory complianceComplete required state and federal reports and grants in a timely and accurate mannerProgram Administration and SupervisionSupervise and evaluate employed and contracted teachers nurses aides and professional staff as designatedOversee all district programs and services related to Special Education Section 504 ELL Early Childhood and student health including therapeutic supportsCoordinate and supervise contracted service providers and interagency partnershipsMaintain all required temporary and permanent student records in compliance with state and federal confidentiality requirementsStudent Support and ServicesEnsure timely identification referral evaluation and service delivery for students with disabilities and other specialized needsMaintain and coordinate schedules for evaluations team meetings and service deliveryFacilitate assessments to determine causes of academic or functional difficulties and develop appropriate action plansAdvocate for students with special needs in accordance with Massachusetts regulations and best practicesEstablish and maintain an effective pre-referral process for students identified as at riskCollaboration and ConsultationServe in an advisory role for district program development and collaboration with outside agenciesProvide consultation and training to staff on special education practices child development instructional strategies and inclusive programmingSupport regular education teachers through classroom observations consultation and instructional recommendationsRepresent student services and special education interests in administrative and leadership meetingsAdditional DutiesCoordinate individualized schedules for students with unique learning needs and accommodationsSupport and advise on the District Curriculum Accommodation Plan (DCAP)Maintain a directory of local human service agencies and professional resources for familiesAttend Administrative Council and School Committee meetingsPerform additional duties as assigned by the SuperintendentRequired QualificationsEducation and ExperienceMasters degree from an accredited institution in education or a related fieldMinimum of five (5) years of experience as a Special Education Team Chair and/or Special Education Coordinator/AdministratorCertificationMassachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) certification as an Administrator of Special EducationStarting Salary 95k commensurate with qualifications and Date:July 1 2026Application: Apply via School Spring attention of Michelle Castellano Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent SBRSD 491 Berkshire School Road Sheffield MA 01257 or Posting Date:January 30 2026Application Deadline:Position open until Southern Berkshire Regional School District Does Not Discriminate on the Basis of Race Color Age Creed National Origin Disability Sex Gender Identity Religion Limited English Proficiency Housing Status Actual or Potential Marital Status or Parental Status or Sexual Orientation.

Required Experience:

Director

Required Experience:

Director