Multi-Tiered System of Supports Specialist (MTSS) – AHS Position Available In Newton, Georgia

Multi-Tiered System of Supports Specialist (MTSS) – AHS 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Covington, GA 30014 Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Specialist 200-day work schedule

REPORTS TO

Principal

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five (5) years of teaching experience Holds valid Georgia Certification at T-5 level or higher Demonstrates exceptional written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills necessary to relate well with educators, parents and students Exhibits a professional attitude and demeanor at all times dealing with fellow employees, parents, students, and community Exhibits time on task and flexible, cooperative, progressive and hardworking attitude Possesses leadership experience at the school/system level

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills Demonstrates ability to attend to details and to efficiently multi-task Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs Demonstrates knowledge of Georgia Standards of Excellence Demonstrates knowledge of research-based instructional strategies Demonstrates ability to model and assist teachers in implementing instructional strategies in the designated content area Demonstrates knowledge of available instructional interventions and the ability to supervise and evaluate their effective implementation Demonstrates ability to interpret and implement federal laws, state rules, and local policies Demonstrates an ability to collect, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills with school staff, central office staff, parents/guardians, students, and community Demonstrates ability to work with limited supervision Demonstrates an excellent attendance record

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Serves as case manager for students receiving Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports by facilitating all MTSS meetings Communicates with key stakeholders and works with MTSS school-based teams, Tier 2 Team, and Tier 3 Team to implement the MTSS framework, which includes academic and behavioral supports Trains and supports colleagues on MTSS implementation Compiles, analyzes and utilizes student data (universal screening, progress monitoring, formative and summative assessments) Implements and sustains a comprehensive MTSS framework in accordance with the implementation rubric Supports teachers in identifying student needs and selecting appropriate interventions Monitors the effectiveness of student interventions and provides support with progress monitoring Prepares all required reports and maintains all appropriate records related to areas of responsibility Models and facilitates the evaluation of the types of responses to instruction/intervention for large groups, small groups, and individual students Provides technical assistance to administrators, teachers and school-based leadership teams to facilitate implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports at the school level. This includes the development of professional learning communities that integrate standards-based instruction. Technical assistance activities include observation and feedback, modeling and other supportive assistance necessary to implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports Shows initiative and assumes responsibility for all aspects of job responsibilities Other duties as assigned