Director, Student Services at San Jose Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Student Services Department supports all district sites in their efforts to provide safe, supportive learning environments to all students and staff through counseling support, health services, support, and resources for homeless and foster youth. We work with families, students, and staff to improve attendance, focusing on decreasing Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy.
Requirements / Qualifications
The impact you will have: The Student Services Department supports all district sites in their efforts to provide safe, supportive learning environments to all students and staff through counseling support, health services, support, and resources for homeless and foster youth. We work with families, students, and staff to improve attendance, focusing on decreasing Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy. As the Director of Student Services, you will lead strategic initiatives to enhance student well-being. Your role involves overseeing Health, Counseling, Behavior, McKinney Vento, and Foster Youth programs. This department supports a positive and collaborative environment at all 41 schools, ensures compliance with regulations, and addresses unique student needs. From implementing effective behavior strategies to fostering an outward mindset, your leadership will create a supportive and thriving school community. If you bring strategic planning, communication, and site administration skills, we invite you to make a lasting impact on student success. Areas of focus: · leadership, coordination and evaluation of all student service programs districtwide · accessibility of supports and resources to students and families · accurate and timely process/system reporting · development and implementation of district initiatives and policies · districtwide discipline data to inform decision making · districtwide restorative practices · intervention strategies to increase student engagement · family health support programs · student social emotional supports · homeless and foster youth resources · student and family rights in alignment with our strategic plan · opportunities for staff to build capacity in student support services Further information on the Director's role is available at: https://sjusd.box.com/v/Director
Who you are: A collaborative leader who is forward-thinking and committed to supporting our students, staff, and families. You have outstanding analytical skills and are a problem-solver who follows through in implementing effective solutions with sound judgment. You are able to effectively motivate, coach, and lead diverse teams. You bring a customer-service focus, strong organizational skills, and a desire to continuously improve. What you need for this position: Resume and letter of introduction outlining your desire and qualifications for this position Administrative Services Credential When will you hear back from us: Within a short period of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to jbejarano@sjusd.org.
Requirements / Qualifications
The impact you will have: The Student Services Department supports all district sites in their efforts to provide safe, supportive learning environments to all students and staff through counseling support, health services, support, and resources for homeless and foster youth. We work with families, students, and staff to improve attendance, focusing on decreasing Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy. As the Director of Student Services, you will lead strategic initiatives to enhance student well-being. Your role involves overseeing Health, Counseling, Behavior, McKinney Vento, and Foster Youth programs. This department supports a positive and collaborative environment at all 41 schools, ensures compliance with regulations, and addresses unique student needs. From implementing effective behavior strategies to fostering an outward mindset, your leadership will create a supportive and thriving school community. If you bring strategic planning, communication, and site administration skills, we invite you to make a lasting impact on student success. Areas of focus: · leadership, coordination and evaluation of all student service programs districtwide · accessibility of supports and resources to students and families · accurate and timely process/system reporting · development and implementation of district initiatives and policies · districtwide discipline data to inform decision making · districtwide restorative practices · intervention strategies to increase student engagement · family health support programs · student social emotional supports · homeless and foster youth resources · student and family rights in alignment with our strategic plan · opportunities for staff to build capacity in student support services Further information on the Director's role is available at: https://sjusd.box.com/v/Director
Who you are: A collaborative leader who is forward-thinking and committed to supporting our students, staff, and families. You have outstanding analytical skills and are a problem-solver who follows through in implementing effective solutions with sound judgment. You are able to effectively motivate, coach, and lead diverse teams. You bring a customer-service focus, strong organizational skills, and a desire to continuously improve. What you need for this position: Resume and letter of introduction outlining your desire and qualifications for this position Administrative Services Credential When will you hear back from us: Within a short period of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to jbejarano@sjusd.org.
Comments and Other Information
Your benefits: San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports. We provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as paid personal, family, and maternity leaves, among other great perks! Our leaders receive mac laptops and have on-site technology support.
Note to internal applicants: While resubmitting information we already have on file is not required, we encourage you to submit a letter of introduction highlighting your qualifications and interest in this role, as well as any other information you would like to share. Where applicable, please also note which available location you are applying to.
Who we are: San José Unified is an innovative urban school district that prepares today’s students to be the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow. We are reinventing the education system by bringing together teachers and staff with parents and students, inspiring each to discover their own greatness. Serving nearly 30,000 students from transitional kindergarten through high school in 41 schools from Downtown San José to the Almaden Valley, San José Unified is Silicon Valley’s largest and most diverse school system. We welcome instructional and support staff who are interested in making a difference in the lives of San José children.
San José Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, marital, parental or family status, color, mental or physical disability, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its educational programs and activities or employment practices as required by Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vocational Education Act of 1976. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the District’s programs. Students, parents, employees, or others who wish further information about these regulations, or who wish to file a complaint, should contact the following persons:
For Title IX, discrimination, equity or Section 504 Compliance complaints involving students:
Director of Student Services, Dane Caldwell-Holden at 408-535-6080 ext. 13212 (dcaldwellholden@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue,
San Jose, CA 95126
For Title IX, discrimination or equity complaints involving staff:
Assistant Superintendent, J. Dominic Bejarano at 408-535-6139 ext. 15015 (jbejarano@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
For facilities or other ADA complaints:
Assistant Superintendent, J. Dominic Bejarano at 408-535-6139 ext. 15015 (jbejarano@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
Comments and Other Information
Your benefits: San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports. We provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as paid personal, family, and maternity leaves, among other great perks! Our leaders receive mac laptops and have on-site technology support.
Note to internal applicants: While resubmitting information we already have on file is not required, we encourage you to submit a letter of introduction highlighting your qualifications and interest in this role, as well as any other information you would like to share. Where applicable, please also note which available location you are applying to.
Who we are: San José Unified is an innovative urban school district that prepares today’s students to be the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow. We are reinventing the education system by bringing together teachers and staff with parents and students, inspiring each to discover their own greatness. Serving nearly 30,000 students from transitional kindergarten through high school in 41 schools from Downtown San José to the Almaden Valley, San José Unified is Silicon Valley’s largest and most diverse school system. We welcome instructional and support staff who are interested in making a difference in the lives of San José children.
San José Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, marital, parental or family status, color, mental or physical disability, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its educational programs and activities or employment practices as required by Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vocational Education Act of 1976. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the District’s programs. Students, parents, employees, or others who wish further information about these regulations, or who wish to file a complaint, should contact the following persons:
For Title IX, discrimination, equity or Section 504 Compliance complaints involving students:
Director of Student Services, Dane Caldwell-Holden at 408-535-6080 ext. 13212 (dcaldwellholden@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue,
San Jose, CA 95126
For Title IX, discrimination or equity complaints involving staff:
Assistant Superintendent, J. Dominic Bejarano at 408-535-6139 ext. 15015 (jbejarano@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
For facilities or other ADA complaints:
Assistant Superintendent, J. Dominic Bejarano at 408-535-6139 ext. 15015 (jbejarano@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126