Director of MTSS and Student Support

Director of MTSS and Student Support JobID:

1466

Position Type:

Administration

Date Posted:

4/30/2026

Location:

District-Wide, La Center, Washington

Date Available:

07/01/2026

Closing Date:

05/17/2026 OUR MISSION The mission of the La Center School District is to create a supportive learning environment that empowers students to reach their fullest potential. We will do this in partnership with families, themunity, staff, and students to develop confident and self-reliant lifelong learners who can thrive in a rapidly changing, technologically advanced, and diverse society.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

La Center School District is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and student-centered Director of MTSS and Student Support. The role provides district-wide leadership, with an administrative elementary focus in the development, alignment, and sustainability of aprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for both academic and behavioral success. This position ensures consistent implementation of evidence-based practices across schools, strengthens staff capacity through coaching and professional learning, and oversees key student service programs, including counseling, 504 plans, and McKinney-Vento and Foster Care supports. The position works collaboratively with building and district leadership to create equitable, responsive systems that support all students, with a focus on proactive intervention, data-informed decision-making, and wraparound services for vulnerable populations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Districtwide System Leadership & Coordination

Align MTSS Systems:

Define and standardize MTSS practices across all schools to ensure consistent implementation of Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 academic and behavioral supports.

Centralize Resources:

Build and coordinate a centralized, easy-to-access system for progress monitoring, intervention tools, and data tracking.

Student Services & Program Leadership:

Supervise district counselors, 504's, and serve as the district's McKinney-Vento Homeless and Foster Care Liaison, ensuring vulnerable populations receive immediate Tiered wrap-around services. Facilitate and supervise, with collaboration from building leadership, recess aides, and paras who serve behavior intervention.

Lead Transition:

Lead the transition of changing demographics to proactively adapt to student needs.

Embedded Day-to-Day Operations & Coaching:

Elementary Focus Strengthen Tier 1

Systems:

Partner with primary and intermediate staff to implement proactive Tier 1 behavioral supports, with a targeted focus on improving recess systems.

Provide Administrative Support:

Lead and sustain aprehensive MTSS behavioral framework by establishing clear building-wide systems, coaching staff to effectively differentiate classroom-managed versus office-managed behaviors, and ensuring referrals are aligned with established behavior protocols while strengthening overall classroom management and student support. Build Tier 2/3

Capacity:

Analyze referral and behavior data with staff to develop targeted Tier 2 interventions and support thepletion of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).

Embedded Coaching:

Secondary Focus Strengthen Middle School MTSS:

Realign and support MTSS structures to improve fidelity and effectiveness.

Support Behavior Management:

Work with building leadership to support staff with classroom management strategies to address increasing behavioral challenges.

Support High School Transitions:

Assist staff with plans of support for students with behavioral concerns. Support successful transitions for iing freshmen. General Duties Model and coach effective behavior interventions, social-emotional learning (SEL) practices, and data collection methods. Collaborate with families, staff, andmunity agencies to ensure appropriate implementation of individualized student supports. Maintain professional appearance and serve as a positive role model for students and staff. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience Valid Washington State Administrative Certificate and/or experience providing professional development related to PBIS, behavior interventions, SEL, and state/federal legal requirements. More than 5 years of leadership experience. Kledge of student growth goals and educational data literacy. Strong collaboration,munication, coaching, and problem-solving skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all district matters and adapt to changing priorities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience coaching teachers, ESAs, and/or principals Experience reviewing, coaching, and supporting staff in the MTSS framework. Training or familiarity with crisis response and de-escalation programs (e.g., CPI, Ukeru) and trauma-informed practices.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT & BENEFITS

1.0 FTE continuing position. 210 Day Contract (July 1 - June 30). The successful candidate must be fingered; employment is contingent upon clearance through the Washington State Patrol and the FBI.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, and stoop to attend to students' needs; possess the strength and agility to assist physically impaired students.

Benefits:

Eligible for a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and qualified dependents. Employer-paid basic life, long-term disability, and AD&D insurance. Retirement through the WA State Department of Retirement. Paid leave includes 2 personal days, 12 sick days, and 10pensatory days per school year.

Compensation:

Structured within a range of $118,000 to $147,000, determined by the successful candidate's certifications and professional experience.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

Application Deadline:

Applications received by May 17, 2026 will receive first consideration. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of May 26, 2026.