Student Services Coordinator (K–8)
Position Overview:
The Student Services Coordinator is a key member of the school leadership team responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring systems that support student academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. This role leads the coordination of student support services, including intervention systems, special education programming, and schoolwide structures aligned to continuous improvement.
This position is critical to the transformation of A+ Arts Academy and is responsible for establishing data-driven systems, ensuring compliance, and building sustainable practices that improve student outcomes. The Director will lead the implementation of a comprehensive Integrated Multi-Tiered System of Supports (iMTSS) and ensure alignment between instructional practices, intervention strategies, and accountability measures.
Key Responsibilities:
1. iMTSS Leadership & Systems Development:
- Design, implement, and monitor a comprehensive iMTSS framework across academic, behavioral, and attendance domains
- Establish and lead structured Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 intervention systems, including clear entry/exit criteria and progress monitoring protocols
- Facilitate regular data-driven team meetings to analyze student performance and adjust interventions
- Develop systems to track student progress, intervention fidelity, and outcomes, ensuring alignment to school improvement goals
- Align iMTSS practices with Ohio Improvement Process (OIP) and state accountability expectations
2. Special Education Oversight & Compliance:
- Ensure full compliance with Ohio Operating Standards for Students with Disabilities
- Oversee systems for:
- IEP/ETR timelines and documentation
- Service delivery and SDI implementation
- Progress monitoring aligned to measurable goals
- Lead internal audits and ensure accuracy of special education documentation
- Support staff in implementing accommodations, modifications, and differentiated instruction
- Coordinate with State Support Team and external partners to strengthen compliance and programming
3. Instructional Leadership & Intervention Support:
- Support the development and implementation of targeted intervention systems aligned to student needs
- Utilize data to drive instructional decision-making and resource allocation
- Collaborate with staff to strengthen:
- Literacy instruction
- Intervention strategies
- Differentiated instruction practices
- Monitor effectiveness of interventions and adjust programming based on student outcomes
4. Attendance & Early Warning Systems:
- Design and implement a formal Early Warning System (EWS) to identify and support at-risk students
- Monitor key indicators such as:
- Attendance
- Behavior
- Academic performance
- Develop and oversee re-engagement strategies for chronically absent students
- Align attendance systems to graduation pathways and long-term student success
5. Student Behavior, Culture & Climate:
- Lead implementation of PBIS and behavior support systems
- Develop consistent schoolwide expectations and intervention strategies
- Use behavior data to inform decision-making and improve school climate
- Support staff in implementing restorative practices and engagement strategies
6. Systems, Procedures & Accountability:
- Build and maintain clear, consistent systems and procedures for student services
- Develop structures for:
- Data tracking and reporting
- Intervention monitoring
- Compliance documentation
- Ensure all systems are implemented with fidelity and accountability
- Support alignment between student services, instruction, and school improvement planning
7. Leadership & Staff Development:
- Provide coaching and support to teachers, intervention specialists, and support staff
- Design and deliver professional development related to:
- Data-driven instruction
- iMTSS implementation
- Literacy and intervention strategies
- Build staff capacity to implement systems effectively and consistently
- Serve as an active member of the school leadership team, contributing to transformation efforts
Qualifications:
- Valid Ohio Principal Licensure
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in instructional leadership, student services, or related role
- Demonstrated experience with:
- MTSS/iMTSS frameworks
- Data analysis and intervention systems
- Special education compliance and support
- Strong background in urban education and school improvement efforts preferred
Preferred Experience for This Role:
- Experience designing and implementing multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS/iMTSS)
- Proven success improving student outcomes, engagement, or graduation pathways
- Background in literacy leadership, instructional coaching, or intervention systems
- Experience coordinating state testing, accountability systems, and reporting
Transformation-Focused Expectations:
- Establish a fully functional iMTSS system with fidelity
- Improve student achievement, attendance, and engagement
- Strengthen special education compliance and service delivery systems
- Build sustainable schoolwide systems and procedures
- Support a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvement
Pay: $48,574.77 - $58,498.64 per year
Work Location: In person
