Academic Planning, MTSS and Intervention Support Specialist

Position: Middle School - Academic Planning and Intervention Support Specialist

Position Purpose: Provide leadership and coordination for the implementation and maintenance of District-wide and building-specific initiatives for all aspects of MTSS, academic/behavior intervention, and character. Assist staff, students, parents, and principal in organizational effectiveness and building operation.

Responsible To: Principal and Director of Special Services

Job Summary:

• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of all tiers of MTSS
• Teach a course to assist 8th grade students in academic preparedness and graduation course planning.
• Conduct individual group and student academic intervention services and support student mental health and behavioral needs.
• Curriculum development and implementation to support students' executive functioning skills in Tier 1-3 interventions.
• Introduce and implement curriculum throughout the school year in whole-class instruction that exposes students to career exploration, self-awareness and reflection, as well as personal achievement analysis.
• System level data collection and analysis for academic and behavior needs.
• Initiate and maintain parent/guardian communication pertaining to individual student needs.
• Implement best practice behavior management strategies and school climate strategies across the school system.
• Support students and staff in unique and unanticipated circumstances.
• Execute appropriate discipline, attendance, processes and procedures, such as restorative circles.
• MCA and MAP testing oversite and coordination.
• Assist in the creation of processes for communication within and outside the building.
• Assist in the direction of Student Assistance Team, site leadership team, etc.
• Work collaboratively with team members to support the academic, social and emotional growth of middle level learners.
• Participate in regular PLC meetings as an active and engaged professional.
• Establish and maintain high standards for character growth and development.

Qualifications:

• Current Minnesota Teaching/School teaching or counseling license required.
• Mental Health-related license considered.
• Principal's license considered.
• Teacher's license considered.
• Demonstrated skillsets in the following areas required:
  • Written and oral communication.
  • Conflict resolution.
  • Strategic leadership.
  • Leadership in difficult situations.
  • Professional interpersonal relationships.
• Masters Degree preferred.
• Experienced Academic Interventionist preferred.
• Background in CharacterCounts!, restorative practices, MTSS, Responsive Classroom, Character Strong and/or systems intervention preferred.
• Knowledge of District policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking in meaningful discourse professional conversations.
• Demonstrated experience in collaboration and problem-solving.
• Experience with curriculum and assessment design and data management preferred.
• Understanding of the role of parent involvement and the ability to collaborate with parents.
• Ability to use technology.

Bargaining Group and Level: Orono Education Association/Teachers

COMPENSATION
Full Year, Full Time
BA Step 1 ($49,266) to EdS Step 20 ($105,958)

INSURANCE
.75 - 1.0 FTE
Single Health: 100% Covered by District
Employee 1 Health: 75% Covered by District
Family Health: 65% Covered by District
Dental: 100% Coverage by District
Life Insurance: $50,000 Covered by District
LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

OTHER BENEFITS
TSA match after meeting conditions.

RETIREMENT/PENSION
Positions covered by Minnesota Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website: www.oronoschools.org

Contact:
Kimberly Van Eyll, Middle School Principal
952-449-8455 kimberly.vaneyll@orono.k12.mn.us
or
Corinna Graner, Director of Special Services
952-449-8377 corinna.graner@orono.k12.mn.us
or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us