Job Summary
The Director of Student Support - Middle Schools is a key member of the Student Support Academic team, responsible for ensuring students with disabilities receive specially designed instruction in the least restrictive environment. The starting salary range is $103,491-$114,384. This is a full-time, on-site role based at KIPP DC Public Schools, with an anticipated start date of July 2025.
About KIPP DC
By 2025, KIPP DC aims to build on two decades of success to become a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system that offers joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences, enabling all students and alumni to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Our work is rooted in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice, providing rigorous and relevant learning led by diverse educators who foster achievement and belonging. We support 20 schools and two programs, serving 7,500 students and 1,300 staff members.
About the Role
KIPP DC seeks a dynamic and flexible Director of the Student Support Team to lead, collaborate, coach, and support school leaders, compliance managers, and service providers in all aspects of Special Education and Student Support. The role is fully in-person, aimed at increasing student achievement. The Director must also ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Location and Type of Work
This is an exempt, headquarters-based position reporting to the Managing Director of Student Support. As our work is school-focused and in-person, the role requires being on-site during regular work hours. The position involves working directly in schools and supporting in-person student and family needs.
Responsibilities
Coaching and Development (40%)
- Promote data-driven practices to meet IEP and 504 plan needs across assigned grades and schools.
- Set and model expectations for specially designed instruction.
- Manage 6-8 Student Support team members.
- Supervise related service providers to ensure effective service delivery and evaluations.
- Ensure high-quality instruction through observations and feedback.
- Conduct high-quality observations and develop support plans for educators.
- Lead data review sessions and train school teams on dashboards.
- Collaborate with administrators to identify support needs for educators.
- Support continuum of services and review student data regularly.
- Manage the LRE review process at schools.
- Coach and hold staff accountable for best practices in special education.
Training & Development (30%)
- Work with school teams on progress monitoring systems for students with IEPs.
- Conduct and present file reviews for additional support needs.
- Meet regularly with school leadership on special education priorities and data.
- Support implementation of aides and other support staff.
School Leader Support (30%)
- Partner with school leaders to identify and support classroom needs.
- Assist in creating and implementing special education priorities.
- Review student data and support full utilization of services.
- Advise on curriculum, pedagogy, and data-driven instruction.
- Update leaders on compliance metrics.
- Manage related service providers and facilitate collaboration on student cases.
- Provide professional development on special education and MTSS.
- Ensure fidelity in 504 and ELL processes.
Requirements & Preferences
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience in district or school leadership in special education
- At least 5 years of teaching experience (general or special education)
- Understanding of IDEA and DC Eligibility Criteria
- Experience managing 504 plans
- Strong communication skills
- Leadership experience
- Instructional knowledge
- Influence and organizational skills
- Flexible thinking
Preferred Qualifications:
- Special education certification
- Master’s degree in special education
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift 10 pounds
- Frequent standing
- Travel across schools
- Sedentary work periods
Core Competencies
- Commitment to students and schools
- Strategic thinking
- Project management
- Effective communication and influence
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Trust building
- Cultural humility
- Continuous learning
Benefits & Compensation
The salary range is $103,491-$114,384. KIPP DC offers comprehensive benefits including health insurances, voluntary benefits, employer-paid disability and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions, paid time off, holidays, and breaks.
EEO Statement
KIPP DC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and prohibits discrimination based on protected classes. For more info, review our policies or contact our Title IX Coordinator.