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Director, Department of Student Well-Being

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Director II CODE: 0262 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Director, Department of Student Well-Being GRADE: Q MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION; PHYSICAL DEMANDS; AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction of the chief student support officer, Division of Specialized Support Services, the director of student well-being serves as the primary liaison with the Department of Health and Human Services for all joint programs and services, including, but not limited to: Linkages to Learning; school-based health centers; Excel Beyond the Bell, School and Community Youth Based Services, wellness centers; school nurses; and overall student physical health. The director leads and directs all MCPS activities related to joint programs and services. The director provides oversight and leadership for programming implemented by Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) well-being social workers and assures effective responses to local school needs related to social emotional learning and student well-being. Develop systemwide framework for monitoring student wellness metrics. Coaches, supports and develops the capacity of principals and school staff to address social emotional root-causes of student behavior and to promote school-based structures and processes that provide early intervention for students. Collaborates with other units, teams and/or staff in furtherance of the physical, psychological and social well-being of students. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: None SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequent evening or weekend work including attendance at evening Board of Education and district meetings, as well as meetings with parent and community groups, including off-site meetings the Department of Health and Human Services
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of programs and services in a public school setting related to wellness, social work, school-based health centers and/or substance abuse. Experience coordinating community and local programs and services within school required. Possesses clear and persuasive oral and written communication skills, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Ability to creative innovative thinking and the capability to successfully implement strategy. Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to a broad audience. Highly skilled at developing and strategically implementing specific, detailed, and tangible plans. Thorough knowledge of growth and development stages of youth and adolescents and support of disengaged youth. Understanding of culturally responsiveness and equity in relation to education of and supporting diverse youth. Working knowledge of MCPS regulations and policies related to school mental and somatic health required. Ability to lead and manage a high performing team of school system leaders to provide prompt response to issues related to student health issues, social and psychological well-being of students. Knowledge of and proven ability to provide effective professional development for various levels of educators, school administrators and school staff to build their capacity to improve disciplinary responses and social and psychological safety practices in closing the achievement gap. Ability to build partnerships among significant stakeholders. Highly skilled in the use of educational technologies that support teaching and learning and the monitoring of school progress. Ability to use multiple sources of data to diagnose schools strengths and needs and provide differentiated support to schools. Knowledge of school processes and procedures. Strong skills in planning process written and oral communication, data analysis, and leading for equity.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE; CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education related course of study with certification in supervision, administration, or curriculum development. Five years or more experience in school-based leadership as a principal or assistant principal. Experience leading, motivating, and managing professional staff, empowering them to creatively and effectively address student instructional, well-being and discipline needs. Demonstrated leadership experience in the social and emotional development in students and commitment to developing effective local school leaders. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered.CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:Meets Maryland certification requirements for supervisors of School Counselors and/or principals. Current Maryland Administrator II certification. Successful completion of Observing and Analyzing Teaching I and II.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Note: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or ability associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the core job elements.)Develops and maintains collaborative relationships and effective communication withDepartment of Health and Human Services for all joint programs and services, including, but not limited to: Linkages to Learning; school-based health centers; Excel Beyond the Bell, School and Community Youth Based Services, wellness centers; school nurses; and overall student physical health.Provides strategic oversight and coordination of well-being social work programs and nursing services across MCPS.Develops systemwide framework for monitoring student wellness metrics. Collaborates with schools and offices to implement outcome framework for student well-being.Responsible for medication management and ordering in compliance with district policies and applicable regulations specific to asthma care and anaphylaxisDevelops, implements, and monitors key accountability measures and performance indicators related to the effectiveness of social workers and partner agencies.Builds and strengthens relationships with colleagues, and serves on central office teams, to address specific student and school needs and to assure effective and efficient implementation of social-emotional programs.Models effective leadership practices, including articulating a vision for effective support to schools, utilizing time management strategies, prioritizing work, attending to one’s own professional growth through reflection and critical analysis of practice.Monitors and analyzes student performance related to desired outcomes of programs within the department to inform instructional decisions and monitors plans for social emotional interventions.Conducts planning events with principals, administrators, school counselors, and teachers to assist them in establishing and meeting local and district strategic priorities.Provides coaching and support to principals, school-based and central office staff regarding school counseling, and alternative learning opportunities.Helps to design and lead professional learning opportunities for principals and school leadership teams to foster change in adult practice to accelerate student learning and performance and effective social-emotional programming.Participates in the selection and evaluation process for department staff; provides the necessary administrative and supervisory functions for appropriate leadership of assigned staff.Develops and manages the department local MCPS budget, and grants and grant-making activities.Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with other MCPS offices, MCCPTA, county agencies, professional organizations, higher education and business partners, as well as the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), as required to support the mission of the department and to expand understanding and practice of school counseling, and educating students in alternative learning environments.Develops and presents information and programs to the Board of Education, professional staff groups, and community groups.Understands and applies principles of performance evaluation and professional growth standards for employees.Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.Collects and utilizes data to inform instructional decisions and monitors plans for joint programs and social emotional interventions.Provides support to schools in meeting wellness goals established within their School Improvement Plans.

This description may be changed at any time.