Cheshire Public Schools · 11 hours ago
Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Cheshire, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expCheshire Public Schools is seeking a Director of Pupil Personnel Services to oversee and enhance the school district's pupil personnel service programs. The role involves providing leadership in program development and improvement, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws in special education, guidance, psychology, and social work services.
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Responsibilities
Develops and administers school districts special services programs consistent with school district goals and objectives, as well as applicable law
Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of special education, guidance, psychology and social work programs
Assigns all special education, guidance, social work and school psychologist to ensure the most effective utilization and provision of special services and programs
Supervises the PPT process, chairing PPT meetings or collaborating with administrators and teaching staff as needed; ensures IEPs are implemented
Serves as the schools liaison for student education students entering or exiting Cheshire Schools to outside district day or residential programs
Reviews, approves and coordinates all outside placements for the school district
Ensure that student records are maintained and secured to ensure accurate information, reporting capabilities, and confidentiality in accordance with applicable laws
Approves and maintains records on all students engaged in home instruction programs
Oversees the assignment of students into special education sections
Recommends components of behavioral management plans to administrative and teaching staff consistent with the needs of special needs students
Coordinates crisis intervention team and participates as a member, as needed
Coordinates special education services with other pupil services
Promotes a school environment conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning
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Meets with students, parents, and related school personnel regarding student needs
Oversees special education and other pupil services budget requests and administration; apply for grants to assist the school district in obtaining funds for special services needs
Assists in school and system-wide curriculum development and staff development in areas of responsibility
Serves as liaison with state officials and agencies regarding legislation, programming and other matters covering areas of responsibility
Supervises and monitors the school district health services programs
Assist with special service transportation issues
Prepares and oversees budget related to pupil services programs
Reviews and approves requisitions for special education curriculum materials, supplies and equipment
Keeps abreast of developments in the fields of special education, student assessment and school health programs
Keeps other school district staff informed of changes in laws or regulations in areas of responsibility
Manages and supervises all employees in responsibility areas, including the recruitment, selection, training, professional development and evaluation of staff under areas of responsibility; makes recommendations regarding goals, provides constructive feedback and takes corrective action if necessary
Coordinates and attends meetings with district staff and parents, serves on committees, and conducts professional development as needed to fulfill responsibilities
Qualification
Required
CT State Certification as an Intermediate Administrator and Supervisor and Administrator (#092)
Teaching Certification in special education (#265)
Motor Vehicle Operators License or ability to provide own transportation
Bachelors and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration
Extensive successful special education teaching experience
Preferred
Teaching Certification or license in psychology, social work or guidance preferred
Sixth year, doctorate, or other planned program in related field preferred
Experience in guidance, psychology, health, and/or social work preferred
Five (5) years of successful administrative experience in special education preferred
Company
Cheshire Public Schools
Cheshire Public Schools is a higher education company that offers primary and secondary education for students.
Founded in 2018Cheshire, Connecticut, USA
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-11-05
Government Technology US
2025-09-12
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