An Equal Opportunity Representative or Officer monitors and evaluates compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Rochester Operations Professional Employees Work Schedule :
Full-time, 260 days per year, 8 hours per day (40 hours per week)
Reports To:
Community Education Program Manager Work Calendar:
260 duty days per year Click link to review the 2026-2027 260
Day Calendar Location:
Northrop Community Education Center Date Available:
Available Now Classification:
C-4-1,
Exempt Salary:
$58,947 (entry level) - $68,928 (prorated based on hire date) Based on the 2024-2026 R ochester O perations P rofessional E mployees Work Unit Agreement Click link below to review the 2024-2026 ROPE Work Unit Agreement containing salary schedule. ROPE Work Unit Agreement 2024-2026
Job Summary:
The Inclusion Specialist provides leadership and expertise within the School Age Child Care (SACC) program in the areas of inclusion and behavior support. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring program-wide procedures, goals, and best practices related to inclusion and behavior management. Monitoring new student enrollments and coordinating intake conferences with parents/guardians of children with special needs. Collaborating with school staff to ensure consistent support across settings. Observing and evaluating students who face challenges adjusting to the SACC environment, and recommending appropriate interventions or accommodations, either internally or through external partnerships. Creating individualized, written behavior management strategies (inclusion plans) and providing staff training and mentoring to ensure consistent and appropriate implementation. Designing and delivering ongoing professional development and training opportunities for SACC staff focused on inclusive practices, positive behavior support, and managing challenging behaviors. Maintaining accurate records, including data collection and analysis, to inform and improve practices. Regularly supervising and evaluating staff in their execution of behavior plans and inclusive practices, providing constructive feedback, and addressing any related performance concerns.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in education, special education teaching, social work, school psychologist, guidance counselor, elementary education or related field. Two years supervisory experience. Demonstrated experience and excellence in addressing behavioral supports. Skills in collecting and using data analysis to inform instructional decisions. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate (written and verbal) effectively with parents, students, staff and other professionals. Demonstrates strong written communication skills, including the ability to compose clear, concise, and professional emails, reports, and documentation tailored to various audiences Possesses excellent interpersonal and teaming skills. Ability to handle calmly & effectively emotionally charged situations and intervene in crisis situations. Ability to mentor and train others to apply effective behavior management techniques. Ability to meet intense physical demands of training of restrictive procedures including CPI. Possesses excellent organization skills, self-motivation, and follow through. Commitment to
Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
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//www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.
District Information:
To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.
SACC Information :
To learn more about School Age Child Care, visit www.rochesterce.org/page/school-age-child-care-sacc All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
