Assistant to the Superintendent for Student Services Position Available In Allegheny, Pennsylvania

Assistant to the Superintendent for Student Services Environmental Charter School Pittsburgh, PA Job Details From $116,492 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications English Mid-level 3 years Master’s degree Bachelor’s degree Leadership Teaching PA-C Full Job Description Assistant to the Superintendent for Student Services The Environmental Charter School is looking for a highly dedicated and experienced professional for the position of Assistant to the Superintendent for Student Services . Successful candidates must be progressive minded, and embody a can-do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration, candidates should have at least 3-5 years of teaching experience, prior experience in a leadership position, a demonstrated track record of success in inclusive special education, and a “whatever it takes” attitude to ensure that all students succeed at a high level.

OUR PHILOSOPHY AND MISSION

As the world changes and becomes increasingly more complex, global citizens will need to be equipped with skills that allow them to be flexible thinkers, creative problem solvers, and effective leaders. ECS offers a program that develops students into critical thinkers, thoughtful innovators, and well-rounded scholars. We provide students the tools and educational foundation to become tomorrow’s global citizen, and we strive to teach students how their choices impact the world around them. By using environmental content as a lens for instruction, ECS provides students a context in which to explore ideas and observations, to practice inquiry and to actively problem solve. Throughout their academic career at ECS, students build core skills across all disciplines, and then actively apply these skills to support the impact of learning.

WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL

The Environmental Charter School’s faculty and staff are passionate, talented, and uncompromising with a mission to make sure all students succeed at a high level. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed-and continually refined-to ensure that goal. Our work is student centered, constantly improving, and reflective. ECS’s progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores, long waiting list (nearly 200 students in kindergarten alone!), and unique location in the city of Pittsburgh, serve as a model in environmentally focused education.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Catalyst :

As a charter school, we are innovators in public education. We are a passionate and progressive group of educators who work to develop individuals into global thinkers with diverse perspectives

Character :

We are dedicated to making the world a better place, socially and environmentally, for future generations. We engage students in character development through educational experiences that evaluate the impact of individual choices and that are born from collective discussion and the investigation of diverse perspectives.

Community :

We value collaboration with our community and recognize the power of systems thinking. We believe that respectful, transparent, and reflective dialogue among our constituents (students, families, faculty, neighbors, and regional partners) is necessary for elevating educational experiences for all learners.

Commitment :

We are a dedicated community of passionate leaders who are committed to defining ecological literacy in an educational setting. Our educational model endorses an interdisciplinary view of complex environmental systems.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Assistant to the Superintendent for Student Services plays a critical leadership role in ensuring equitable and high-quality student support services across the district. This individual is responsible for overseeing programs related to special education, school counseling, social-emotional learning, health services, student discipline, and other initiatives designed to support the whole child. The role involves collaboration with school leaders, families, staff, and community agencies to enhance student well-being and academic achievement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

include but are not limited to: Provides a vision for the direction of student services, discipline issues, and curriculum to meet the unique needs of students. Serve as a key advisor to the Superintendent on student service matters and help ensure district compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Assigns certificated and classified staff to programs and evaluates the performance of those personnel not assigned direct supervision by other administrative personnel. Evaluate, develop and support the implementation of effective and innovative programs and services in the student services department. Keeps abreast of curriculum innovations, learning theory, and current organizational practice for the purpose of modifying, updating, and improving programs and services Provide leadership and oversight for the development, implementation, and evaluation of all student services programs, including special education, Section 504, English Language Learner (ELL) support, mental health, and counseling.

Establishes procedures for assessment, placement, evaluation, assignment, and review of students with regard to the full continuum of student support service Recommends policies and compliance procedures essential to the needs of children for federal and state funding and for the purpose of supporting student needs for and access to the educational process. Keeps informed of all legal requirements governing education, specifically related to health services, psychological services, mental health services, and other programs which support student services. Responsible for compiling, maintaining, and filing of all reports, records, and other documents legally required or administratively useful. Analyze student data to guide strategic planning and decision-making that promotes equity, inclusion, and positive outcomes. Prepare and present student services data reports to the Superintendent, CEO, Board of Education, and other stakeholders as needed.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; Master’s degree preferred Administrative certification and 3-5 years K-12 experience in a leadership role required Superintendent letter of eligibility or ability to obtain one required Familiarity with charter schools preferred

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Starting salary $116,492 with consideration given for prior relevant experience Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-, and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, and participation a generous 403b retirement plan

To Apply :

Submit a cover letter and resume as well as a copy of PA certification to: https://ecspgh.org/careers . Clearances current within one year of hire date will be required. This includes Arrest & Conviction Disclosure, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34), and FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) also will be required. ECS is an equal opportunity employer.