MTSS and Educator Growth and Development Coordinator

Educational Service District 123; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

Full benefits

SEBB benefits

Wellness program

Sick leave 9 days

Personal leave 2 days

Job summary

Educational Service District 123 seeks a MTSS and Educator Growth and Development Coordinator to work with OSPI and districts to implement MTSS and build educator capacity statewide. Through professional development and sustained support, you will help schools sustain a coherent regional delivery system.

You will coordinate cross-ESD efforts, deliver targeted professional learning, and support inclusionary practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field required; Master's preferred.
• Experience implementing or coaching MTSS including inclusive practices.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong collaboration and communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work with OSPI and other ESDs to design and deliver state- and regional-level professional development.
• Coordinate across the AESD network to provide administrative, professional development, technical assistance, and intervention services.
• Provide professional development to support school-based inclusionary practices.
• Collaborate with district/school teams to develop action plans using data analysis and inclusive strategies.
• Support teachers, instructional coaches, fellows, and building principals.
• Design online and virtual resources for inclusionary practices.
• Provide training on MTSS to district and school teams.
• Stay aligned with Washington's reform efforts and research in MTSS and inclusion.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow board policies and procedures.

Skills

MTSS implementation

Adult learning

Data analysis

Educational leadership

Project management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Department: Teaching and Learning

Supervises: N/A

Classification: Certificated (Exempt) 200-day contract

Salary Range: $87,286.00 (Step 1/Year 1) - $98,240.00 (Step 5/Year 5)

SUMMARY

The MTSS and Educator Growth and Development Coordinator works within a statewide network and in concert with ESD staff, OSPI, and local districts to build a collaborative, coherent regional delivery system. Through professional development and sustained support, this position helps schools and districts implement and sustain a Multi‑Tiered System of Supports as well as building educator capacity to improve learning for every student.

Essential Functions

• Work with OSPI and other ESDs to support one another in the design and delivery of state‑level and regional‑level professional development to support inclusionary practices.
• Coordinate across the AESD network to establish and maintain the capacity to provide administrative, professional development, technical assistance, and intervention services to support inclusionary practices.
• Provide professional development designed to support school‑based inclusionary practice both regionally and within the context of a school or district.
• Collaborate with district/school teams to establish action plans that address such things as data analysis and inclusive strategies in support of increasing access to general education settings.
• Provide support to teachers, instructional coaches, fellows, and building principals.
• Provide support to the design of online and virtual resources for inclusionary practices.
• Provide technical assistance to district teams, including readiness for implementation, action planning, alignment and prioritizing of needs.
• Provide training on MTSS to district and school teams.
• Collaborate and work effectively as part of the larger ESD Teaching and Learning team for the purpose of providing coherent professional learning that intersects with other content areas as well as providing best practice strategies for inclusion of students with disabilities and second language learners.
• Stay up to date with Washington's educational reform efforts and current research in the areas of inclusionary practices and MTSS.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow all applicable Board Policies and Procedures.

Other Job Functions

• Performs related duties as assigned.*
• Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

Supervisory: N/A

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Significant, successful classroom teaching experience.
• Hold or be eligible to hold a Washington State teaching required, administrator certificate preferred.
• Experience implementing or coaching a Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), including inclusive practices that expand access to general education for students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
• Demonstrated understanding of Washington's teacher and administrator evaluation frameworks (TPEP).
• Experience facilitating adult learning and presenting to adult audiences in an education setting.
• Demonstrated leadership in school reform or effective educational practice at the local, regional, and/or state level.
• Experience with Washington State Washington State Instructional and Leadership Frameworks, research-based instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
• Education or work experience in data collection, analysis, and use for problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects at once, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with a range of stakeholders, including school district and ESD staff, researchers, other state partners, and district and state policymakers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of educational technology.
• High commitment to meeting the needs of partner districts, with the flexibility and resourcefulness to do so.
• Access to personal transportation, willingness to travel, and flexibility in work hours.

WSP/ FBI background clearance required.

Requires Knowledge Of

• Organizational management, building systems to improve student learning and aspects of building effective teams.
• Adult learning theory and appropriate strategies to engage adults.
• Entrepreneurship to create innovative programs.
• Working with diverse populations and organizations.
• Washington teaching and administrator frameworks.
• Effective communication strategies both oral and written.

Requires The Ability To

• Utilize evidence‑based research regarding teaching strategies to advance practices that meet the needs of all students.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise related to State and Federal learning standards and curriculum adaptation and implementation.
• Continually and routinely upgrade skills to meet changing conditions and stay ahead of schools and districts with best practice.
• Deliver professional development in research‑based instructional or assessment practices.
• Assess the work to be performed, and consider how it should be organized and accomplished, with appropriate priorities and realistic time parameters.
• Gather, collate, and/or classify data.
• Be entrepreneurial and create increased opportunities to share expertise.
• Share knowledge and expertise with the goal of improving professional skills and knowledge through adult learning programs.
• Utilize evidence‑based research regarding teaching strategies to advance practices that meet the needs of all students.
• See the integral, complex relationships of interconnected systems that need to be worked together for the whole to function successfully.
• Analyze issues, problem solve and create action plans both independently and with a team.
• Work flexibly with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
• Work with diverse individuals and/or groups.
• Effectively communicate with persons of varied backgrounds and educational levels.
• Travel and the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.

Position Benefits

• Opportunities to receive on the job training
• Access to full benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Retirement Account. Medical Reimbursement Account, Life and Long‑Term Disability Insurance etc.)
• SEBB Insurance Benefits
• Access to the agency's wellness and employee assistance program.
• 9 days of paid sick leave annually (6 hrs. accrued monthly).
• 2 days of paid personal leave frontloaded in September

Traits That You Must Possess

• Proactive self‑starter. A strong sense of taking initiative moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and how to do it.
• Flexible and can thrive in a fast‑paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
• Possess confidence while being humble lack excessive ego or concern about status. Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
• Hungry always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. Constantly thinking about the next step or opportunity.
• Smart have common sense about people. Good judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions.

These Statements Must Resonate With You

"Yes, that is possible. Let me handle it, I'll figure it out."

"I am not sure, but I will find out for you."

"I have not done that before, but I can do it."

"I take a see‑it, own‑it, solve‑it, do‑it approach."

About Our Team And Agency

Helping students realize their dreams and aspirations is at the heart of everything we do at ESD 123. We accomplish this by embracing our employees as One Team, and operating with loyalty and commitment through compassion, dedication, and collaboration. At ESD 123, we strive to offer the highest quality customer experience by committing to our Culture Playbook, and always looking for ways to say, "Yes, and" Each member of our ESD team must be humble, hungry, and smart, with a focus on making his or her teammates look good while working toward achieving our mission.

We want this position to be one that you are or can be passionate about and look forward to embracing. We want you to grow, be challenged, and have fun while doing things that you are skilled at and enjoy. We are looking for someone who is proud to join our ESD One Team!

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel may be required to local school districts and program sites. Sitting for extended periods of time may be required. Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Hazards: Those present in a normal office environment; no known significant hazards.

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