Agenda Item
d. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Mrs. Shelly Bishop to the position of Director of Wrap Around Services, in the Division of Wrap Around Services, as discussed in the executive session.
In accordance with Board of Education Policy GAGD, Section G: Mandatory Disclosure by the Superintendent. In the Superintendent's monthly report to the Board, the Superintendent shall disclose the names of relatives of the current members of the Board of Education, of the current Superintendent, and of other current employees at the Director level or above, provided such relatives are to be recommended for employment in the District by the Superintendent or are being considered by the Superintendent for a promotion or a salary increase other than a State of Georgia raise, step increase, or across-the-board raise.
Relative Disclosure
Mrs. Shelly Bishop is a candidate who has been recommended for a Director of Wrap Around Services position.
Mrs. Bishop is the stepparent of the Principal at McNair Discovery Learning Academy in the Division of Schools & Leadership.
Director, Wrap Around Student Support
Reports to: Executive Director FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Student Support Structure/Grade: Unified 132
Division: Wrap Around Workdays: 246
Retirement: Teachers Retirement System
Position Summary
Provides districtwide oversight for a comprehensive range of student support services and Title IV compliance.
Manages the development of community schools and wrap-around services, collaborating with school leaders and
community partners to address students' cognitive, social, emotional, health, and safety needs in order to maximize
student achievement. Provides strategic input on the organization's long and short-term plans, translating plans into
objectives for the assigned function and aligning assigned teams towards common goals.
Essential Job Duties
• Provides leadership and oversight to districtwide student support programs, including after-school initiatives,
expanded learning programs, and other related activities.
• Develops and manages wrap-around services that support student achievement and well-being, including
healthcare, mental health support, mentoring, and provision of food pantries.
• Facilitates the integration of community resources within schools to enhance student support services and
engage families.
• Coordinates professional development opportunities for staff providing student support services, as well as
the implementation of Social Emotional Learning initiatives for the district.
• Mediates employee conflicts and facilitates communication between staff to ensure a collaborative work
environment.
• Supervises and evaluates Student Support program staff while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and
school system regulations.
• Manages Student Support programs' budgets, monitors daily operations to ensure adherence to established
guidelines, and recommends new or revised policies as needed.
• Builds key partnerships with community stakeholders to strengthen community ties and assesses program
requirements through needs assessments.
• Provides technical assistance by participating in conferences, professional learning opportunities, and
parent meetings, and coordinates interventions for students in need of additional support.
• Analyzes data to inform decisions and improve practices.
• Supports the professional growth of staff by providing direction, support, and constructive feedback.
• Provides input into overall financial plans, maintaining fiscal accountability.
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• Provides guidance to the teams, including through times of risk and uncertainty, aligning teams towards
common goals.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Academic: Master’s degree in closely related area with a minimum of five (5) years previous experience with
demonstrated successful advancement through the teaching and/or school or school system administrative
hierarchy required.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level NL-
5 or above required.
• Non-Academic: (Operations, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources)- Master's preferred and 5+
years of leadership experience. If Master's degree is not held, Bachelor's degree and 9+years of progressive
field based leadership experience required. GAPSC Support Personnel License required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of child development principles and practices
• Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to public and alternative education and child welfare, including
Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) regulations
• Knowledge of Title IV financial aid programs, social-emotional learning (SEL) methodologies, and English
Language Learners (ELL) programs
• Knowledge of leadership principles and change management strategies
• Knowledge of budget management and fiscal management practices
• Good computer skills, including the ability to use all relevant software
• Ability to make critical strategic decisions that have a significant impact on the organization
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to lead managers and senior managers and align
teams toward common goals
• Ability to direct and administer the programs and services of a non-profit educational and/or service
organization
• Superior critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent data and financial analysis skills and the ability to maintain fiscal accountability for assigned
functions
• Ability to translate broad strategic plans into objectives for assigned functions
• Superior communication skills and the ability to interact with other organization leaders, providing thought
and pushback on ideas
• Ability to represent the organization internally and externally, and coordinate and collaborate with federal,
state, regional, and local organizations
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended
to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of
all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification and the
current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources, the latter will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify,
alter, or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
Reviewed/Revised: 12/17/2025
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Physical Demands and Work Environment
• Constantly required to exchange accurate information.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery.
• Constantly observes details at close range.
• Frequently remains in a stationary position.
• Occasionally moves about inside an office.
• Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Constantly works in an indoor environment.
By signing below, I agree that I have read and understand the requirements and the essential functions of this position.
Employee: ________________________________________________ Date: ________________________
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended
to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of
all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification and the
current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources, the latter will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify,
alter, or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
Reviewed/Revised: 12/17/2025
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