Fairfax County Public Schools

Director, Student Services, Middle School

Fairfax County Public Schools • $80K — $95K *
Falls Church, VA 22042In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree required.
  • 4 years in counseling or teaching (advanced degrees may substitute for some experience).
  • Postgraduate educational license with counseling/administration endorsement PreK-12.
  • Knowledge of school counseling techniques and practices.
  • Familiarity with adolescent psychology and development.
  • Understanding of middle school philosophy and instructional trends.
  • Ability to oversee and evaluate counseling staff.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement student services and counseling programs.
  • Collaborate with departments for course placements and descriptions.
  • Organize and communicate the master schedule and supervise counseling staff.
  • Direct student registrations, orientations, and transcript management.
  • Lead student recognition activities and standardized testing programs.
  • Ensure accurate maintenance of student records.
  • Conduct conferences with students and families as needed.

Benefits

  • Limited telework opportunities as defined by policy.
  • Professional development and growth support.
  • Collaborative work environment with educational stakeholders.
  • Engagement in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Full Job Description
Summary

Directs a middle school student services program, including academic, college/career, and personal/social counseling, career education, assessment and testing, social and academic adjustment, public relations activities, and student records maintenance.

Qualifications

Required
  • Master's degree.
  • Four (4) years of experience in counseling or teaching.
    • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
  • Postgraduate educational license with endorsement(s) in counseling or in administration and supervision PreK-12.
  • Knowledge of school counseling techniques, programs, and practices.
  • Knowledge of adolescent psychology, growth, and development.
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of the middle school philosophy and current curriculum and instructional trends.
  • Knowledge of master schedule development.
  • Ability to assign, supervise, oversee and evaluate a staff of school counselors and support personnel.
  • Ability to gain the confidence of students, families, and professional staff and foster cooperation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.


Major Duties/Essential Functions

  1. Plans, supervises, and implements a student services and counseling program, i.e., academic, career, personal/social, and related developmental concerns.
  2. Collaborates with subject department persons to determine course needs, descriptions, and student placements.
  3. Prepares, implements, and communicates the organization of the master schedule; participates in the selection, supervision, and evaluation of counseling staff and staff associated with specified academic programs.
  4. Organizes and directs student registrations, orientations, transcripts, and placement of students in a variety of programs.
  5. Organizes and participates in student recognition activities.
  6. Organizes and directs the standardized testing programs; oversees student placement.
  7. Oversees the maintenance of student records and ensures the accurate collection of data for regular and special reports.
  8. Ensures accurate application of all student information systems.
  9. Conducts teacher/family and teacher/student conferences, as necessary.
  10. Participates in the planning, developing, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs.
  11. Enforces School Board policies regarding grading and attendance and supervises the maintenance of student attendance records.
  12. Assists with the interpretation of School Board policies to students, staff, and the community.
  13. Supervises and participates in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
  14. Assists with supervision of students.
  15. Assists with preparing federal, state, county, and association reports.
  16. Performs related duties as required or assigned.


Work Environment/Physical Requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Per the FCFPSA collective bargaining agreement, telework may be approved in limited circumstances as defined by Regulation 4417.

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At Fairfax County Public Schools, career advancement is supported by robust professional development programs. Employees are encouraged to enhance their skills through leadership training and educational workshops, ensuring continuous professional and personal growth.

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Benefits and Culture

Employees at Fairfax County Public Schools enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that underscores the institution’s commitment to their well-being and job satisfaction. The culture here is built on a foundation of respect and inclusivity, promoting an environment where all team members can thrive.

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Diversity is a cornerstone of the culture at Fairfax County Public Schools. Through diversity training and inclusive hiring practices, the school system ensures a welcoming environment for all, reflecting the rich multicultural community it serves.

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