Director of Pupil Services

Position Type: Administration/ Director of Pupil Services Date Posted: 5/15/2026 Location: Crestwood Local School District Description Provide direction and organizational structure to the secretarial staff, special education supervisors, and psychologists in carrying out the state and federal mandates for special education; act as Superintendent's designee in parent/legal concerns. NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance. Essential Functions Develop and implement programs and plans to ensure the safety of our students Provide leadership and direction to administrators, special education supervisors, psychologists, and special education staff for the implementation of federal law and Ohio rules for educating handicapped pupils Administer and coordinate the PT, OT, preschool speech program, school psychological services, speech and hearing services, TAG program, preschool classes for handicapped 3-5 year old pupils, guidance program, and other contract services for disabled children Administer the IDEA-B and other related state and federal grants awarded to the school district Represent the Superintendent in matters concerning pupil personnel services, e.g., expulsion hearings, open enrollment data, district discipline plans, and district safety plan Coordinate, channel, schedule, and review reports for psychological services, including case status and progress to final disposition of the referral Coordinate activities between the school district and outside agencies, e.g., human services, children’s services, juvenile court, and child and adolescent psychiatric services Coordinate the placement of handicapped students in alternative placements including schools outside of the district Prepare all local, state, and federal reports relative to areas of special education and pupil personnel services Responsible for reviewing cases pertaining to the alternative placement of pupils Direct the establishment and operation of preschool classes for handicapped 3-5 year old pupils Assist in developing districtwide policies concerning the special education programs and pupil personnel services Develop procedures to maintain complete cumulative individual records of all children enrolled in special education Recommend the approval of supplies, materials, and textbooks used by special education programs and pupil personnel service staff Interpret the goals and programs of the special education program and pupil personnel services Advise all personnel on rules and regulations regarding all programs that relate to special education and pupil personnel services Responsible for writing grants for the special education program Initiate, coordinate, and monitor educational reform and instruction for special education and in the pupil personnel services area Represent the district at local, state, and regional activities/committees upon the request of the Superintendent Cooperate with Superintendent in the development and implementation of administrative and Board policies Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student IEP's, testing information, student and staff information Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents Attend meetings and in-services as required Responsible for implementing all Pupil Services departmental responsibilities Oversee the development and implementation of the district's special education program Oversee the development and implementation of the districtwide enrollment pattern to ensure equitable class sizes Develop processes and procedures to ensure the accurate reporting of special education and regular education data as it impacts on the state EMIS systems Oversee, review, and assess the guidance practices and the gifted programming for the district Represent all schools in their contact with the courts regarding students Determine the legal residence of students when requested Issue work permits to students Responsible for all cumulative records Maintain the Superintendent's copy of the district revenues related to expenditures and revenues from open enrollment, special education excess cost fund, and Medicaid revenue Supervise and evaluate special education personnel, school psychologist, and secretarial staff in the department Other Duties and Responsibilities Conduct programs for the identification of exceptional children Serve as a consultant for and submit articles for school publications and other forms of media Serve as a role model for students and staff Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent Assist Principals regarding suspension and expulsion hearings Assist Principals in communicating between the school and the home regarding student discipline matters Qualifications Master's degree or equivalent Five to ten years related experience Appropriate state of Ohio certification/license Prior experience as a special education teacher Experience as a school psychologist (preferred) Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work effectively with others Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing Effective, active listening skills Organizational and problem solving skills Knowledge of IDEA and preschool rules Knowledge of public school law, policies, and practices Experience in teaching and/or coordinating academic programs Basic computer skills Ability to operate various office equipment Commitment to education Knowledge of assistive technology Additional Working Conditions Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue Occasional interaction among unruly children Occasional requirement to travel, both daily and overnight Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority. #J-18808-Ljbffr