Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Director of Student Support
Supervisor: Head of School
Start Date: July 1, 2026 (TBD)
Position Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Position
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000
Position Overview
Codman Academy Charter Public School is seeking a strategic and experienced Chief of Student Support to lead and oversee all systems related to special education, student support services, regulatory compliance, and inclusive practices across grades K-12.
The Chief of Student Support provides vision, leadership, and operational oversight for special education programming and ensures compliance with IDEA, Section 504, Civil Rights regulations, and Massachusetts DESE requirements. The role ensures that students with disabilities receive a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) while supporting strong academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary outcomes.
The Chief of Student Support collaborates closely with school leadership, instructional teams, related service providers, families, and external partners to ensure that student support systems are effective, compliant, and centered on student success.
This is an exempt leadership position that may require occasional evening meetings with families and participation in state compliance processes.
Key Responsibilities
Student Support & Special Education Leadership
Provide strategic leadership for all student support and special education programming across the school.
Ensure equitable access to rigorous instruction and appropriate services for students with disabilities.
Supervise and support special education teachers, related service providers, and support staff.
Strengthen inclusive practices across general education and special education settings.
Develop systems to improve student outcomes, service delivery, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure that student support services align with Codman Academy's mission and instructional priorities.
Support culturally responsive and inclusive practices across all student support programming.
IEP Development & Special Education Coordination
Oversee the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Chair or oversee initial, reevaluation, annual review, and emergency placement meetings.
Ensure all IEP timelines, documentation, and procedural safeguards are followed.
Secure and monitor parent consent and signatures for evaluations and IEPs.
Ensure teachers and service providers receive and implement updated IEPs.
Align student schedules with required IEP services and accommodations.
Monitor IEP service delivery and minute compliance.
Transition Planning & Postsecondary Readiness (Grades 7-12)
Lead the development and implementation of transition planning systems for students with disabilities in grades 7-12.
Ensure compliance with transition planning requirements beginning at age 14.
Collaborate with leadership to align transition plans with:
Internship programs
Career pathway opportunities
Work-based learning
Postsecondary planning
Ensure transition services prepare students for college, career, and independent living.
Compliance & Tiered Focused Monitoring (TFM)
Lead preparation and oversight for DESE Tiered Focused Monitoring, including:
Special Education
Multilingual Learners
Civil Rights
Student Support Systems (MTSS/SST)
Monitor school compliance with:
IDEA
Section 504
Massachusetts DESE regulations
Civil rights requirements
Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits.
Develop and oversee corrective action plans when required.
Maintain documentation systems required for state monitoring.
Oversee and supervise the school nurse and required annual health screenings.
Policy Development & Regulatory Oversight
Monitor, develop, and update special education policies and procedures.
Ensure school practices align with DESE guidance and federal law.
Develop protocols related to:
IEP development
Evaluations
Service delivery
Parent communication
Student support processes.
Section 504 Coordination
Chair Section 504 eligibility meetings.
Develop and monitor 504 accommodation plans.
Ensure teachers and staff implement required accommodations.
Assessment & Testing Accommodations
Coordinate state and school-based testing accommodations, including MCAS.
Ensure compliance with all testing accommodation regulations.
Collaborate with school leadership to ensure appropriate supports for students.
Dispute Resolution & Mediation
Lead and coordinate responses to dispute resolution processes, including:
Mediation
State complaints
Due process hearings
Work collaboratively with families and legal counsel to resolve concerns.
Support school leadership during complex student support cases.
Lead Manifestation Determination hearings and ensure compliance with student discipline regulations.
Grant Management
Manage and oversee special education grant applications and funding, including:
Federal IDEA grants
State special education funding
Other relevant grants
Track expenditures and ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements.
Collaborate with finance and advancement teams regarding grant management.
External Partnerships & Service Coordination
Coordinate services with outside agencies and contracted providers.
Serve as liaison with:
Evaluators
Therapists
Community agencies
Private placement providers
Coordinate services for students placed in out-of-district programs.
Data, Compliance Reporting & Medicaid
Monitor special education systems, including:
IEP compliance
Service delivery
Evaluation timelines
Progress reporting
Oversee Medicaid reimbursement processes, including:
Parent consent collection
Random Moment Time Studies
EasyTrac documentation
Track student outcomes and compliance metrics.
Ensure accurate reporting to state and federal agencies.
Family & Community Engagement
Build strong partnerships with the families of students with disabilities.
Provide clear communication regarding services, rights, and processes.
Support engagement with the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPED PAC).
Assist families in navigating school and community support systems.
Professional Development & Staff Support
Provide professional development related to:
Inclusive practices
IEP implementation
Behavioral supports
Differentiated instruction
MTSS/SST
Compliance requirements
Support teachers in implementing accommodations and specialized instruction.
Collaborate with instructional leadership to strengthen Tier 1 and Tier 2 supports.
Qualifications
Required
Valid Massachusetts DESE License in one of the following:
Special Education (Moderate or Severe Disabilities)
School Psychologist
School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor
Speech-Language Pathologist
Administrator License (or ability to obtain)
Minimum five years of experience in special education leadership or administration.
Comprehensive knowledge of:
IDEA
Massachusetts DESE regulations
Section 504
Transition planning requirements
Experience with Tiered Focused Monitoring or compliance systems.
Demonstrated experience leading special education systems and collaborating with school leadership.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred
Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field.
Experience in urban charter school environments.
Experience managing special education grants and compliance systems.
Experience supporting postsecondary transition planning.
Bilingual or multilingual skills, particularly in languages commonly spoken in Boston (Spanish, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Somali).
Personal Characteristics
Strategic systems thinker with strong organizational skills.
Highly detail-oriented with strong compliance oversight.
Skilled collaborator who builds trust with families, staff, and students.
Strong advocate for equitable access to education for students with disabilities.
Solutions-oriented leader capable of managing complex regulatory systems.
Why Join Codman Academy?
Codman Academy Charter Public School is committed to ensuring that all students-including those with disabilities-have access to rigorous instruction, meaningful opportunities, and strong post-secondary pathways.
The Chief of Student Support plays a critical leadership role in building inclusive systems that ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive academically and beyond.
At Codman, student support is not simply about compliance-it is about belonging, opportunity, and success for every learner.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
Cover Letter
Resume
Three Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts
Evidence of DESE Licensure
Codman Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, age, disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, or military status.
Job Title: Director of Student Support
Supervisor: Head of School
Start Date: July 1, 2026 (TBD)
Position Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Position
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000
Position Overview
Codman Academy Charter Public School is seeking a strategic and experienced Chief of Student Support to lead and oversee all systems related to special education, student support services, regulatory compliance, and inclusive practices across grades K-12.
The Chief of Student Support provides vision, leadership, and operational oversight for special education programming and ensures compliance with IDEA, Section 504, Civil Rights regulations, and Massachusetts DESE requirements. The role ensures that students with disabilities receive a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) while supporting strong academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary outcomes.
The Chief of Student Support collaborates closely with school leadership, instructional teams, related service providers, families, and external partners to ensure that student support systems are effective, compliant, and centered on student success.
This is an exempt leadership position that may require occasional evening meetings with families and participation in state compliance processes.
Key Responsibilities
Student Support & Special Education Leadership
Provide strategic leadership for all student support and special education programming across the school.
Ensure equitable access to rigorous instruction and appropriate services for students with disabilities.
Supervise and support special education teachers, related service providers, and support staff.
Strengthen inclusive practices across general education and special education settings.
Develop systems to improve student outcomes, service delivery, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure that student support services align with Codman Academy's mission and instructional priorities.
Support culturally responsive and inclusive practices across all student support programming.
IEP Development & Special Education Coordination
Oversee the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Chair or oversee initial, reevaluation, annual review, and emergency placement meetings.
Ensure all IEP timelines, documentation, and procedural safeguards are followed.
Secure and monitor parent consent and signatures for evaluations and IEPs.
Ensure teachers and service providers receive and implement updated IEPs.
Align student schedules with required IEP services and accommodations.
Monitor IEP service delivery and minute compliance.
Transition Planning & Postsecondary Readiness (Grades 7-12)
Lead the development and implementation of transition planning systems for students with disabilities in grades 7-12.
Ensure compliance with transition planning requirements beginning at age 14.
Collaborate with leadership to align transition plans with:
Internship programs
Career pathway opportunities
Work-based learning
Postsecondary planning
Ensure transition services prepare students for college, career, and independent living.
Compliance & Tiered Focused Monitoring (TFM)
Lead preparation and oversight for DESE Tiered Focused Monitoring, including:
Special Education
Multilingual Learners
Civil Rights
Student Support Systems (MTSS/SST)
Monitor school compliance with:
IDEA
Section 504
Massachusetts DESE regulations
Civil rights requirements
Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits.
Develop and oversee corrective action plans when required.
Maintain documentation systems required for state monitoring.
Oversee and supervise the school nurse and required annual health screenings.
Policy Development & Regulatory Oversight
Monitor, develop, and update special education policies and procedures.
Ensure school practices align with DESE guidance and federal law.
Develop protocols related to:
IEP development
Evaluations
Service delivery
Parent communication
Student support processes.
Section 504 Coordination
Chair Section 504 eligibility meetings.
Develop and monitor 504 accommodation plans.
Ensure teachers and staff implement required accommodations.
Assessment & Testing Accommodations
Coordinate state and school-based testing accommodations, including MCAS.
Ensure compliance with all testing accommodation regulations.
Collaborate with school leadership to ensure appropriate supports for students.
Dispute Resolution & Mediation
Lead and coordinate responses to dispute resolution processes, including:
Mediation
State complaints
Due process hearings
Work collaboratively with families and legal counsel to resolve concerns.
Support school leadership during complex student support cases.
Lead Manifestation Determination hearings and ensure compliance with student discipline regulations.
Grant Management
Manage and oversee special education grant applications and funding, including:
Federal IDEA grants
State special education funding
Other relevant grants
Track expenditures and ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements.
Collaborate with finance and advancement teams regarding grant management.
External Partnerships & Service Coordination
Coordinate services with outside agencies and contracted providers.
Serve as liaison with:
Evaluators
Therapists
Community agencies
Private placement providers
Coordinate services for students placed in out-of-district programs.
Data, Compliance Reporting & Medicaid
Monitor special education systems, including:
IEP compliance
Service delivery
Evaluation timelines
Progress reporting
Oversee Medicaid reimbursement processes, including:
Parent consent collection
Random Moment Time Studies
EasyTrac documentation
Track student outcomes and compliance metrics.
Ensure accurate reporting to state and federal agencies.
Family & Community Engagement
Build strong partnerships with the families of students with disabilities.
Provide clear communication regarding services, rights, and processes.
Support engagement with the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPED PAC).
Assist families in navigating school and community support systems.
Professional Development & Staff Support
Provide professional development related to:
Inclusive practices
IEP implementation
Behavioral supports
Differentiated instruction
MTSS/SST
Compliance requirements
Support teachers in implementing accommodations and specialized instruction.
Collaborate with instructional leadership to strengthen Tier 1 and Tier 2 supports.
Qualifications
Required
Valid Massachusetts DESE License in one of the following:
Special Education (Moderate or Severe Disabilities)
School Psychologist
School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor
Speech-Language Pathologist
Administrator License (or ability to obtain)
Minimum five years of experience in special education leadership or administration.
Comprehensive knowledge of:
IDEA
Massachusetts DESE regulations
Section 504
Transition planning requirements
Experience with Tiered Focused Monitoring or compliance systems.
Demonstrated experience leading special education systems and collaborating with school leadership.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred
Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field.
Experience in urban charter school environments.
Experience managing special education grants and compliance systems.
Experience supporting postsecondary transition planning.
Bilingual or multilingual skills, particularly in languages commonly spoken in Boston (Spanish, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Somali).
Personal Characteristics
Strategic systems thinker with strong organizational skills.
Highly detail-oriented with strong compliance oversight.
Skilled collaborator who builds trust with families, staff, and students.
Strong advocate for equitable access to education for students with disabilities.
Solutions-oriented leader capable of managing complex regulatory systems.
Why Join Codman Academy?
Codman Academy Charter Public School is committed to ensuring that all students-including those with disabilities-have access to rigorous instruction, meaningful opportunities, and strong post-secondary pathways.
The Chief of Student Support plays a critical leadership role in building inclusive systems that ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive academically and beyond.
At Codman, student support is not simply about compliance-it is about belonging, opportunity, and success for every learner.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
Cover Letter
Resume
Three Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts
Evidence of DESE Licensure
Codman Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, age, disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, or military status.
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