MTSS-A Teaching and Learning Consultant

Job Title:  PK-12 Multi-Tiered Systems of Support for Academics (MTSS-A) Teaching and Learning Consultant

Location: Teacher Administrative Center (TAC) 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131

Reports to:  Special Education Director

Work Schedule/FSLA Status:  12 month, 261 days / Exempt

Salary Schedule: Omaha School Administrators Association (OSAA), Level 6 / Salary credit may be awarded for applicable experience.  Placement on the salary schedule will follow the applicable summary document.

Start Date:  August 1, 2025 

Position Purpose:  The MTSS-A Teaching and Learning Consultant will lead the Omaha Public Schools MTSS-A initiative in evidence-based strategies to establish and implement a tiered framework that uses data to meet the needs of each and every student through academics.  The MTSS-A Teaching and Learning Consultant will provide guidance across the district to ensure that research based MTSS strategies, interventions, and systems are in place to support student achievement. 

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Ensure integration of MTSS-A strategies with the district’s strategic plan and priorities.
• Create and implement a district wide MTSS-A framework.
• Implement and lead a District MTSS-A committee.
• Provide leadership and support to school administrators for the change process to implement district initiatives as directed by the Superintendent and strategic plan.
• Collaborate with Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education Divisions to identify tiered interventions and supports
• Collaborate with the MTSS-B Supervisor and SEL Supervisor to coordinate district MTSS implementation efforts.
• Partner with other departments (i.e., Human Resources, Research, Student and Community Services, etc.) to coordinate professional development and on-going professional learning communities across the district to support the implementation of evidence-based MTSS-A strategies and interventions to better student outcomes.
• Provide differentiated coaching and guidance to school administrators and school-based teams to support effective leadership and implementation of MTSS-A strategies.
• Provide more intensive, targeted supports to subset of higher need school sites.
• Support the district’s SAT process to provide training to building level staff in collaboration with the MTSS-B Supervisor.
• Provide and/or facilitate professional development for all aspects of the district multi-tiered academic framework.
• Monitor district level data collection, management, and analysis in collaboration with Research to inform MTSS-A implementation is occurring with fidelity.
• Based on data, oversee the development of academic interventions, problem-solving processes, progress monitoring, and communication and collaboration process among Student Assistance Teams.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Master’s degree or higher in area of Administration and Supervision.
• A valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate with endorsement in the area of administration is preferred.
• Successful experience (3-5 years minimum) working in or with an urban education system.
• Knowledge and understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support for Behavior and Academics.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with diverse groups of professionals across multiple departments and organizations to achieve unified, consistent practices.
• Skilled multi-tasker and excellent time manager; ability to effectively achieve multiple goals and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Classroom teaching or school-based management experience highly preferred.
• Ability to build consensus, implement a plan, and create collective efficacy toward a common goal.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine.  Must always comply with Omaha Public School’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel:  Travel between school and central office is required. 

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Exemplary attendance
• Ability to work the required number of hours 
• Work in standard office and school building environment
• Exemplary communication skills, verbal and written

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and outside agencies.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a full-time exempt certified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment or teaching in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

Terms of employment are contingent upon:

• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
• A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
• Execution and delivery to OPS of an Administrator Contract presented by OPS.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)  

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.

Salary : $113,798 - $138,662