At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Based in Washington, DC and reporting to the Executive DIrector, the Senior Director of Student Services is a creative, dynamic, and thoughtful leader who works to fulfill the mission and vision of Rocketship Public Schools. The Senior Director of Student Services will be responsible for supporting the planning and facilitation necessary to ensure Rocketship DC delivers a well-rounded education that builds the critical thinking, team work, character skills and values that our Rocketeers need to thrive in school and life. The Senior Director of Student Services operates with the belief that when the right supports are in place, all students can reach their unique potential. The Senior Director of Student Services directs the planning, development, organization, management, direction, and implementation of all aspects of Student Services for Rocketship DC, but are not limited to, special education, student discipline, school culture and social-emotional programming, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and Family Engagement. Furthermore, the Senior Director of Student Services assures compliance with all laws, codes, and regulations related to Student Services; evaluates assigned personnel, and collaborates/provides support to administrative and professional staff in meeting identified instructional goals. The Director of Student Services is a strategic thinker and a proactive leader who models strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, as well as an unwavering commitment to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. 

$155,000 - $185,000 a year

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.

Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy.  For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources.