Director of Pupil Services

Director of Pupil Services JobID: 1724 Position Type: Administration/Director of Pupil Services Date Posted: 7/6/2026 Location: District Date Available: mid-August 2026 Closing Date: Open until filled Additional Information: Show/Hide Director of Pupil Services Windsor Locks Public Schools 1st Round Interviews - July 23rd 2nd Round Interviews - July 30th Position Start Date: Approximately mid-August 2026 Application Closing Date: Review of applications begin July 21st and continues until filled. BROAD FUNCTIONS: The Director of Pupil Services is directly responsible to the Superintendent of Schools. They will administer and supervise programs and services in accordance with state and federal laws, and Windsor Locks Board of Education policies and regulations. The Director is responsible for maintaining quality services designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities and also oversees nursing services. The Director will act as the resource person throughout the district to enable the staff to include students with disabilities within the general education classroom to the maximum extent appropriate. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Special Education Supervision Oversees all aspects of the district's implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and other federal and state laws. Monitors compliance with all applicable state and federal statutes regarding the provision of services to students with disabilities. Chairs Planning and Placement Team meetings in matters requiring central office decision-making or problem-solving. Negotiates solutions to issues that may arise between parents/guardians and schools regarding the provision of special education or pupil services. As the district administrator responsible for decisions regarding out-of-district placements for those students whose needs cannot be met within the district, secures appropriate placements in state-approved public or private special education schools outside of the district. Works cooperatively with the Director of Curriculum and participates in district-wide curriculum planning and instruction development. Works collaboratively with administrators and special education teachers to increase and support the achievement of students with disabilities. Organizes and supervises programs and services for students with disabilities enrolled in extended school year (summer) programs. Collaborates with building principals and Pupil Services staff to educate and place students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment. Arranges for transportation of special needs children requiring special transportation. Budget Plans and monitors financial resource allocation through the annual budget to ensure adequate funding for therapies and evaluations, consultation services, professional development and training needs, tutorial services, out-of-district placements, and in-district special education and related services personnel, services, supplies, and equipment. Health Services Support and evaluate a district-wide health services program that aligns with state and national health standards. Professional Development Provides leadership in the identification of professional development and training needs of special education teachers, related services staff, ancillary special education staff, and pupil services staff. Coordinates with school principals and the Professional Development and Evaluation Committee (PDEC) to arrange for training. Behavioral Supports Serves as supervisor of Safety Care and supports Crisis Intervention Teams district-wide. Review and monitor expulsions, suspensions, and in-school suspensions to maintain accurate records to report to the Department of Education. Alternative Services / Tutoring Center / Homebound Services Supervises homebound instruction programs district-wide. Develops, coordinates, and implements pupil services for tutoring services, and homebound students. Provide instruct…