SALARY:                                                            
$66,372 - $91,728 with employee benefits package
Paygrade 15
                             
HOURS:
12 months, 40 hours, 260 days
Bargaining Unit:  This position is part of the supervisory support services bargaining unit

FLSA: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in education or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of successful experience in education.
• Strong understanding of the community schools strategy through the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.
• Experience with MTSS implementation and intervention planning.
• Experience serving on or leading Student Services Teams.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and families.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

Home Instruction Program Coordination

· Coordinate and oversee all district Home Schooling applications and compliance.

· Review applications and supporting documentation for Home Schooling eligibility.

· Ensure program implementation complies with Maryland State Department of Education regulations and district procedures.

· Coordinate the assignment and support of Home Schooling portfolio reviewers.

· Serve as liaison among families, schools, and district personnel regarding Home Schooling eligibility and compliance.

· Monitor student participation, progress, and transitions back to public school programs.

· Maintain required records, reporting, and program documentation.

· Provide training and guidance to school personnel regarding Home Schooling procedures.

Student Services Team (SST) Support

· Provide guidance and technical assistance to SST Chairs and school-based teams.

· Support schools in implementing SST procedures with fidelity.

· Facilitate problem-solving processes for students experiencing behavioral, attendance, or social-emotional difficulties.

· Assist teams in selecting appropriate interventions and developing action plans.

· Support the review and monitoring of intervention data and outcomes.

· Help ensure consistency of SST processes across all schools.

· Develop tools, templates, and resources to support SST effectiveness.

Intervention Resource Development

· Develop and maintain a district intervention resource bank.

· Research evidence-based intervention strategies and programs.

· Create guidance documents, implementation tools, and training materials.

· Support schools in differentiating interventions based on student needs.

· Coordinate professional learning opportunities related to MTSS and intervention practices.

· Share best practices across schools and departments.

Collaboration and Consultation

· Collaborate with administrators, counselors, social workers, school psychologists, nurses, PPWs, and other student support personnel.

· Assist with district initiatives related to attendance, behavior, wellness, school climate, and student success.

· Support continuous improvement efforts through data analysis and stakeholder feedback.

Other Duties

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of School Climate and Safety.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Knowledge of MTSS frameworks and intervention systems.

· Knowledge of attendance, behavior, and student support processes.

· Knowledge of Home Instruction regulations and procedures.

· Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to facilitate teams and build collaborative relationships.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to provide professional development and coaching.

· Strong organizational and project management skills.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.