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K-12 MTSS COORDINATOR
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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$66,944 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
K-12 MTSS COORDINATOR
Brandywine Community Schools - 4.3 Niles, MI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Training program design for professional development Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Professional development facilitation in schools Teacher training Teacher mentoring for professional development Instructional leadership in education Teacher coaching Working with students Adult education Full Job DescriptionBRANDYWINE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Engage. Educate. Empower.Position Announcement SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and Programs, assist in the development and implementation of a consistent Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). The MTSS Coordinator will provide information, consultation and professional development activities to school site teams, ensuring that MTSS components are established and maintained in the district. Provide coaching to the district principals in order to support MTSS and various district initiatives.ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS and DUTIES Additional duties may be assigned. Provide consultation and support to administrators, teachers, and school-based leadership teams to facilitate the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) at the building level Facilitates student assistance teams, instructional leadership teams and district committees for various MTSS initiatives Monitor the fidelity and implementation of MTSS at the building level, using equity based approaches to behavioral interventions and connections to academic outcomes Assist in the analysis of student needs, and linking those needs to appropriate interventions for struggling students Implement a proactive approach to meeting the needs of the whole child, with an emphasis on the social and emotional learning of all students Engage in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of student achievement data to monitor school-level performance and provide appropriate support services and interventions to address achievement issues and performance gaps Work with administration to develop and implement school activities that connect school and community Work cooperatively with teachers and other professional support staff to develop and support restorative practices Collaborate with cross-departmental instructional support and student services teams to implement district-wide universal screening for academics, social-emotional learning, and behavior Share resources such as research-based instructional strategies and interventions to improve student achievement and school climateREQUIRED
SKILLS andABILITIES
Education Master's degree in education - preferred focus of curriculum and instruction or special education Experience with trauma-informed teaching practices and/or PBIS Familiarity with MTSS, RTI, or other tiered intervention frameworks LETRS training preferred or willingness to enroll Professional Competencies Ability to support instructional planning Ability to coach staff and consult with building principals Ability to assist with the organization and implementation of professional development supporting the MTSS process Other Skills and Abilities Must be able to transport between school buildings, districts and cities. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific field Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies WORK ENVIRONMENT andCONDITIONS
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout their employment May involve lifting, de-escalation, or personal care depending on student needs Involves collaboration with staff, families, and outside agencies Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions Complies with all federal, state, and district policies, including student data privacy (FERPA) and mandated reporting requirements What we offer: Competitive wages (Full benefit package offered) State of Michigan Retirement Benefits District-Supported Professional Development District paid Life Insurance, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Accidental Death Coverage BCBS Health Plan (Cash In Lieu of Health Benefit an option) Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement Brandywine Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.Title IX:
Elise Sorensen, Director of Adult, Alternative and Special Education. Section 504Coordinator:
Matt Severin, Principal.Civil Rights Coordinator:
Amanda Lezotte, Superintendent. For procedural information, please review Brandywine Community Schools Board policiesBenefits
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance