The School District of Onalaska is accepting applications for a Director of Student Services to start July 1, 2026. This position reports to the Superintendent and is a member of the district leadership team. The goal of the position is to provide comprehensive strategic leadership in all program areas under the district’s student services department in collaboration with other district administrators. As part of our Leadership Team, the Director will be a key player in leading our comprehensive strategic plan to become a model school district in service to students, staff and community.
The Director of Student Services has district-wide responsibility for the development, direction, coordination, implementation and evaluation of all programs and services included in the Student Services department. Such programs and services include: district enrollment, open enrollment, special education, Section 504, child find, school health services, school counseling, psychological services, social work services, student mental health services, school age parent programming, homebound instruction, homelessness, foster care and Title IX coordination. Full job description can be found on the district website/application system.
Please complete the application and include a cover letter addressed to Mr. Ben Barton, Superintendent, resume and at least two letters of recommendation. Applications are reviewed continuously with deadline for application of February 6, 2026.
Interview scheduled date is Wednesday, February 25.
We are seeking individuals who embody Onalaska’s core values of Belonging, Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, and Integrity.
About Onalaska
The School District of Onalaska is a public school district located in Western Wisconsin and is regionally recognized for providing opportunities to students of all ages to learn, grow, and succeed. Along with being a district of choice as shown by our high percentage of open enrollment compared to neighboring districts, our five schools span just 14-square miles making for one of the geographically smallest districts in the state thus offering an intimate and neighborly experience for all involved. These distinctions, along with many others, contribute to our students’ positive post-graduation readiness, staff engagement and retention, and longstanding community support.
OUR MISSION
Working together to ensure high levels of learning for all.
OUR VISION
A model school district in service of students, staff, and community.
HIGHLIGHTS
District Grades: PK-12
Enrollment: 2,906
Operating Budget: $53M
Teachers: 246
Total Staff: 426
OUR SCHOOLS
6 Early Learning Partner Locations
Eagle Bluff Elementary School (grades PK-5)
Irving Pertzsch Elementary School (grades PK-5)
Northern Hills Elementary School (grades PK-5)
Onalaska Middle School (grades 6-8)
Onalaska High School (grades 9-12)
PRIDE POINTS
- In 2024-25, our district was rated as a 4 Star District – Exceeds Expectations by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
- Onalaska High School, Eagle Bluff Elementary, and Northern Hills Elementary are on U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Schools” list.
- According to Niche, our district is ranked the #23 out of 367 districts in the state of Wisconsin. All three of our Elementary Schools rank in the top 5 of Niche’s Best Elementary Schools in La Crosse County.
- Onalaska High School boasts a 99% graduation rate with a 76% college acceptance rate.