The Director of Family and Student Support Services is responsible for providing leadership
and management of programs and services that support students and their families, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive educational environment. This position oversees student discipline, family engagement, community partnerships, Extended Learning Opportunity Programs and student nursing services, aligning these services with the District’s vision for student success.
This job reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services. 

Essential Functions

• Coordinate all intra-district and inter-district attendance agreements, policies, and
  procedures as it pertains to enrollment.
• Serve as the District Hearing Officer at Expulsion Hearings.
• Supervise and coordinate school-based nursing health services.
• Supervise and coordinate Mckinney Vento Grant and other services for unhoused
  students and foster youth.
• Supervise and coordinate with Family Resource agencies.
• Direct and oversee the Extended Learning Opportunity Programs and ASES
• Collaborate with District School Attendance Review Board (SARB) hearings.
• Coordinate and monitor services provided to students through 504 Plans and otherintervention programs.
• Develop and implement policies, regulations, and procedures for student Health
  Services
• Act as a liaison between families, schools, and community agencies to support student
  success and well-being.
• Maintain and oversee district suspension, expulsion, and discipline records in
  compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Develop, update, and implement policies related to student conduct, student records,
  guidance, counseling, and related student support areas.
• Supervise the development and implementation of before- and after-school programs,
  parent engagement initiatives, and community partnerships.
• Work closely with Juvenile Court staff, city government, law enforcement agencies,
  and probation department personnel to address issues involving students.
• Regularly reports on all matters related to student support services to the Board,
  administrators, teachers, parents and community groups and organizations
• Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel, including school nurses; coordinate
  related staff training and professional development.
• Oversee the development and administration of the department budget, including
  forecasting funds, approving expenditures, and managing grants for student and family
  services.
• Serve as a district representative in community activities and inter-agency
  collaborations to support student success and engagement.
• Attends Board meetings as needed.

Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and
effective functioning of the work unit. 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade
skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment
including using a variety of software applications; planning and managing projects; and
preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly
technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement
desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific
knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; personnel processes; standard
business practices; program planning and development; concepts of grammar and
punctuation; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety
practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/ behavior.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely
gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to
independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing
defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with
equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to  satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups and individuals; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with detailed information/data.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational guidelines to
achieve unit objectives; managing a department; utilization of significant resources from other work units is sometimes required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following
physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine
finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 70% sitting, 20% walking, and 10% standing. This
job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience Job-related experience within a specialized field with increasing levels of
responsibility is required. A minimum of two years experience as a site administrator.
Education Masters degree in job-related area. 

Administrators Credential
Evidence of Insurability
Teaching Credential

Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
TB Screen

About San Leandro Unified School District

In April 2017, the Board of Trustees approved the San Leandro Unified School District’s new three year strategic plan and goals, designed to guide us as a school system focused on transformative learning where students are challenged to be critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, effective communicators and involved citizens. See below for the five key goals we will focus on over the next three years as well as the initiatives underneath each. According to Superintendent Dr. Mike McLaughlin, “our ultimate goal is ensure students are academically and socially prepared for life beyond their experience in the San Leandro Unified School District as we focus on both college and career readiness as well as their socio-emotional development.” GOAL #1: Teach, Learn, and Achieve Expectation: Every classroom and program in the district will provide students with engaging, responsive and personalized learning experiences that emphasize academic excellence, global competencies (i.e. critical thinking, problem solving, communication, collaboration, and creativity) and civic engagement. Key Initiatives: Standards Aligned Instruction and Assessment Responsive, Engaging Pedagogy ... Personalized and Real-World Learning GOAL #2: Equity and Inclusion through College and Career Readiness Expectation: All schools will create inclusive environments and more equitable outcomes for all students through actions and services that promote the development of our students’ college and career readiness and positive personal development. Key Initiatives: Creating College Connections Career Exploration Socioemotional Development GOAL #3: Collaborative and Engaged District Culture Expectation: All staff and district partners effectively collaborate and remain fully engaged around our goals of student learning in order to provide outstanding educational experiences to all students. Key Initiatives: Employee Relations Employee Development Effective Communication GOAL #4: Family and Community Engagement Expectation: SLUSD will actively engage with families and the community at large to build reciprocal relationships that promote and support the positive social, emotional and academic development of our students. Key Initiatives: Bridging Home and School Connecting Schools and Community GOAL #5: Facilities and Technology Expectation: SLUSD will effectively maintain and improve its facilities and technology infrastructure in order to provide an optimal learning environment for all students. Key Initiatives: Transformational Improvements Strategic Maintenance

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