Director of Student Services

Connections Academy

. Provide leadership and oversight for comprehensive Student Services programs, including ESE/IEP, Section 504, ELL, Gifted Education, and Mental Health services .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in special education law and compliance, with a strong focus on developing and implementing effective Student Services programs. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and utilize technology to enhance student support and outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Florida Professional Certificate In Exceptional Student Education K-12ESOL EndorsementExpertise In Special Education Law And ComplianceExperience In Policy (IDEA) And/Or Administration With Special EducationExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Student Services Program OversightIEP Development And ImplementationData Monitoring And ReportingCompliance MonitoringAssessment AccommodationsProcess ImprovementDocumentation Systems DevelopmentStudent Identification And EvaluationVirtual Learning SupportProfessional Learning Facilitation

Soft Skills

Customer Focused ApproachHigh Degree Of FlexibilityAbility To Work Well In Fast Paced Environment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle SuiteTechnology Platforms For Education

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree PreferredReading Endorsement Preferred

Industry Keywords

ESE/IEPSection 504ELLGifted EducationMental Health ServicesStudent AccommodationsSpecial Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership and oversight for comprehensive Student Services programs, including ESE/IEP, Section 504, ELL, Gifted Education, and Mental Health services
Monitor program implementation, compliance requirements, processes, and timelines
Interpret and communicate regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices
Develop and improve standardized processes, procedures, forms, protocols, and documentation systems
Maintain collaborative relationships with the school authorizer, management company, and external partners
Oversee student identification, referral, evaluation, eligibility, placement, service delivery, progress monitoring, reevaluation, transition, and dismissal
Ensure accurate and timely documentation, collection, storage, monitoring, and reporting of Student Services data and records
Oversee and participate in IEP, Section 504, ELL, Gifted, problem-solving, and other Student Services meetings
Coordinate delivery of required services through school staff, contracted providers, districts, and qualified agencies
Oversee student accommodations, modifications, services, and supports in the virtual learning environment and assessments
Collaborate with leadership, teachers, counselors, interventionists, and other staff on student programming and supports
Partner with parents and guardians to address questions, facilitate communication, resolve concerns, and ensure appropriate support
Maintain knowledge of the curriculum, instructional model, technology platforms, and resources
Implement innovative strategies for supporting students in a virtual school environment
Plan and facilitate professional learning and staff training
Maintain current knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations, research, methodologies, and best practices
Collaborate with testing personnel to implement assessment accommodations and supports
Serve as a site testing administrator, as assigned
Monitor Student Services data and program outcomes to identify trends and improve student outcomes
Perform other duties assigned by the School Leader

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree preferred
Florida Professional Certificate in Exceptional Student Education K-12 required
Reading endorsement preferred
ESOL endorsement required
Three years of successful professional practice or experience in special education
Expertise in special education law and compliance
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Technologically proficient, especially with Microsoft Office and Google Suite products
Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
Travel and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing, is required throughout the school year and may require overnight travel
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Remote, home-based work from Florida
Travel and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing, throughout the school year
Potential overnight travel
Occasional evening hours as needed to support families