Director of Student Services (Special Education) - Vacancy ID: 251966

The School District of Onalaska is accepting applications for a Director of Student Services to start July 1, 2026. This position reports to the Superintendent and is a member of the district leadership team. The goal of the position is to provide comprehensive strategic leadership in all program areas under the district's student services department in collaboration with other district administrators. As part of our Leadership Team, the Director will be a key player in leading our comprehensive strategic plan to become a model school district in service to students, staff and community.

The Director of Student Services has district-wide responsibility for the development, direction, coordination, implementation and evaluation of all programs and services included in the Student Services department. Such programs and services include: district enrollment, open enrollment, special education, Section 504, child find, school health services, school counseling, psychological services, social work services, student mental health services, school age parent programming, homebound instruction, homelessness, foster care and Title IX coordination. Full job description can be found through the url website link above.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess a valid Wisconsin DPI Director of Special Education/Pupil Services license (#5080)
Minimum of five (5) years of successful public educational experience, with experience in administration preferred.
Expertise in state and federal regulations, trends, issues and best practices in the fields under the supervision of Student Services.
Excellent analytical, organizational and communication, verbal and written skills required.
Strong collaboration and problem solving skills with various stakeholders.
Commitment to continuous improvement and student-centered decision-making.
Ability to travel to schools and meet regularly with teachers and administration

Please complete the application and include a cover letter addressed to Mr. Ben Barton, Superintendent, resume and at least two letters of recommendation. Applications are reviewed continuously with deadline for application of February 6, 2026.

 

Interview scheduled date is Wednesday, February 25.

 

​We are seeking individuals who embody Onalaska's core values of Belonging, Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Note: Posting is listed in two locations, however, applicants only need to apply through one of the applicant systems. Posted on WECAN and ApplicantPro system.

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The School District of Onalaska is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation, disability, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, handicap, creed, color, political affiliation, genetic information, ancestry, arrest or conviction record, or military service. The District encourages applications from all segments of the population.

Candidates seeking accommodations during an interview are encouraged to indicate such at the time they are contacted to interview.