Join DCPS – Where Students Come First
District of Columbia Public Schools serves over 50,000 students in 118 schools through the dedication of approximately 4,000 educators. Our mission is bold: to become the preeminent urban school system in America, with the highest-performing, best-paid, and most satisfied educators and central services staff who drive instructional excellence.
We are seeking highly motivated and skilled professionals ready to make a lasting difference in public education.
Position Overview
The Coordinator, Student Health Services is a key role under the Office of School Improvements and Supports, focused on implementing and supporting school health programs that directly impact academic performance and student well-being.
This position collaborates across the Central Services team and school leadership, serving as a crucial link between school-level health initiatives and district-wide wellness programming.
The Coordinator reports to the school leadership team, with a dotted-line relationship to the Central Services Student Health Services program team, receiving monthly check-ins and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
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Implement and support comprehensive health programs at the school level
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Promote student wellness and address health risk factors that affect learning
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Collaborate with school and Central Services staff to coordinate health initiatives
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Maintain regular communication with Student Health Services team
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Ensure compliance with school health policies and support system-wide health goals
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Participate in monthly professional development and feedback sessions
Required Qualifications
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Master’s degree (required)
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Minimum 2 years of related work experience
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Experience or exposure to the education sector is strongly preferred
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Strong project management, organizational, and time-management skills
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Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
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Ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software
DCPS Core Values
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Students First: We serve the whole child in every decision we make
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Courage: We lead boldly and are unafraid to take smart risks
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Equity: We work to close opportunity gaps and challenge bias
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Excellence: We demand integrity and results from ourselves and others
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Teamwork: We believe in the power of collaboration and shared vision
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Joy: We take pride in and celebrate our shared mission
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