<p>Job Description:</p> <p>We're Hiring District Leaders! A new chapter is unfolding in Ferguson-Florissant School District - and we're looking for visionary leaders to help ensure student and staff success! If you're ready to build something special, Ferguson-Florissant will welcome you with open arms. Come be part of a fantastic team!</p> <p>The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community of families and neighborhoods located in suburban St. Louis, MO. Fully-accredited by the state of Missouri, the district provides an excellent comprehensive educational program for nearly 10,000 students from preschool through 12th grade. The district is comprised of seven primary schools (PreK-2), six elementary schools (3-5), two sixth grade centers, two middle schools (7-8), two high schools and one alternative school as well as a nationally-recognized early education program, the PROBE gifted education program, the award-winning Challenger Learning Center, Little Creek Nature Area, a STEAM middle school and a STEAM high school.</p> <p>The Ferguson-Florissant School District has earned a national reputation as an innovative educational leader, and the staff works continually to provide the highest quality instructional program for our students. The Ferguson-Florissant School District is committed to equity, inclusion, and ensuring that our staff can provide the best possible educational environment for students.</p> <p>The Executive Director of Support Services provides strategic leadership and oversight for all Support Services departments, ensuring the effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs that promote student success and well-being. This role collaborates with directors, principals, cabinet members, and the Superintendent to establish policies, short- and long-term goals, and standards across student support programs, including counseling, mental health, wellness, safety, Special Education, enrollment management, and crisis response. The position also serves as a liaison with external partners, including the Special School District, and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations such as IDEA and Section 504.</p> <p>For details about the roles and responsibilities - review this Job Description</p> <p>REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools</p> <p>EMPLOYMENT TERMS:</p> <ul> <li>260-day contract </li><li>Exempt </li><li>PSRS retirement </li><li>Salary and benefits as provided by the Board of Education - extremely competitive </li><li>Annual evaluation by the Superintendent </li><li>One year contract </li></ul> <p>EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:</p> <ul> <li>Master's Degree in education or a related area with a doctorate preferred </li><li>5 or more years of experience as an educator in special education, counselor, social worker or related area required </li><li>3 or more years of leadership experience preferred </li><li>Demonstrated success in scheduling and coordinating system-wide programs or operational structures to support student outcomes </li></ul> <p>CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:</p> <ul> <li>Missouri administrative certification required </li></ul> <p>TIMELINE*:</p> <ul> <li>Posting Closes: 11:59pm on 12/31/25 </li><li>Paper Screening: 01/02/2026 </li><li>First Interview Rounds: Week of January 5 </li><li>Second Interview Rounds: Week of Janaury 8 </li><li>Superintendent Interview: 01/13/2026 </li><li>Board Recommondation: 01/14/2026 </li><li>Subject to change as needed. </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer Ferguson-Florissant School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p>