Position Type:
Student Support Services

Date Posted:
6/24/2022

Location:
Student Support Services

Closing Date:
07/08/2022

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE: Content Area Specialist

ASSIGNMENT: Content Area Specialist - MTSS


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A valid Florida educator's certificate
2. A Master's degree from an accredited institution OR a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with ten (10) years of successful teaching or relevant experience in a related field
3. Knowledge of curriculum and/or discipline program design, implementation and evaluation in the assigned area as reflected in job performance assessments
4. Physical requirements to perform essential functions and tasks which may include exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and /or 10 pounds of force as frequently as necessary; lifting, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, and pushing, if required
5. Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience in coaching or supporting teachers
2. Knowledge in assessment data and evaluation of student learning needs/achievement
3. Experience in MTSS and problem solving practices

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. This position is responsible for facilitating the District's Multi-tiered Systems of Support-Response to Intervention program across school sites.
2. Assist Schools with data analysis to ensure quality instruction/intervention is matched to the needs of all students.
3. Provide professional development of MTSS-RtI implementation components to all stakeholders.
4. Support school-based teams with documentation relative to the problem solving process and MTSS-RtI practices.
5. Serve on District level leadership teams as needed.
6. Facilitate the development of school-based instruction and intervention maps for primary prevention, early targeted intervention, and intensive targeted intervention. This skill set ensures that all the necessary intervention materials and resources are identified by school personnel and aligned for student support within the MTSS-RtI tiered framework.
7. Build and sustain relationships with educators from various disciplines that result in a shared vision of high academic and behavioral performance for all students.
8. Assist schools in understanding the differences between universal/benchmark, diagnostic, progress monitoring and outcome assessment data and how each is used to determine students' academic and behavioral effectiveness across tiers 1, 2, and 3.
9. Assist schools with involving students, parents, and families at all levels of the MTSS-RtI process.
10. Assist schools with evaluating the types of response (positive, questionable or poor) to instruction/intervention for large groups, small groups and individual students.
11. Demonstrate effective skills in consultation and group facilitation to ensure effective communication, collaboration and technical assistance support that result in the implementation of MTSS-RtI with fidelity and sustainability.
12. Interpret assessment data related to student achievement and identify appropriate intervention strategies.
13. Plan and implement professional development.
14. Model effective teaching techniques during classroom instruction and when presenting to groups and other professionals.
15. Acts as liaison between the district, state, and national organizations.
16. Evaluates effectiveness of and manages assigned programs, processes, and procedures.
17. Understands and utilizes collaborative planning strategies.
18. Maintains a positive, organized, and safe learning environment.
19. Establishes and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures including student records subject to the requirements of the Family Rights and Privacy Act.
20. Develops and utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners.
21. Utilizes appropriate materials, technology and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.
22. Communicates effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents and community.
23. Collaborates with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needs.
24. Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
25. Assists others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area of responsibility.
26. Engages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
27. Ensures student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator

TERM:

Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process

APPRAISAL:

Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies

PAY GRADE:

According to the School Board of Highlands County approved Salary Schedule

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.

APA Approved 3/2011
Modifications 9/22/2010
Reformatted 2/9/2016
Modified 8/20/2021
Reformatted 6/24/2022

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

1. Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job
2. Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public
3. Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment
4. Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings
5. Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing
6. Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
7. Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks
8. Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions
9. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity
10. Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.
To request accommodations, please contact:

Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources
426 School Street
Sebring, FL 33870
863-471-5555
ballc@highlands.k12.fl.us