MTSS Specialist Full-time Standard (Teacher Leadership Pool Required)

Washoe County School District; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Washoe County School District is seeking an MTSS Specialist to lead the development, coordination, and implementation of MTSS, PBIS, RP, and SEL at PreK-12 sites. The role provides leadership and technical assistance, delivers job-embedded coaching, and supports equitable, data-driven systems that improve student outcomes.

The specialist will collaborate with district and site leaders, facilitate professional development, and act as a liaison among schools, departments, and community partners to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field.
• Experience implementing MTSS/PBIS/SEL in K-12 settings.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and district policies related to MTSS.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with district and site leaders to support system-wide MTSS implementation with fidelity in academics and behavior.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and consultation for MTSS implementation at school sites.
• Facilitate data-driven decision-making practices, including progress monitoring and intervention planning.
• Deliver and organize professional development for staff on MTSS, PBIS, RP, and SEL.
• Coordinate with school teams and district departments to align MTSS supports and resources.

Skills

MTSS frameworks

Data-driven decision making

Professional development delivery

Education

Master's Degree in Education Administration / Counseling / School Psychology or related field

Job description

MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORTS (MTSS) SPECIALIST

Summary Description

The MTSS Specialist supports the development, coordination, and implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), including Academic Intervention, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Restorative Practices (RP), and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) at Washoe County School District sites. The Specialist provides leadership and technical assistance to school personnel, delivers job-embedded coaching, facilitates professional development, and supports the implementation of equitable, data-driven systems that improve academic and behavioral outcomes for all students, PreK-12.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with district and site leaders to support system-wide implementation of MTSS, including academic and behavioral supports.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and consultation to school sites in MTSS implementation with fidelity, including areas of academics, PBIS, RP, and SEL.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and consultation for school staff in the implementation of Tiered academic curriculum and instructional supports.
• Facilitate data-driven decision-making practices, including progress monitoring and intervention planning.
• Deliver and organize professional development for school and district staff on MTSS, PBIS, RP, and SEL, customized to staff roles and levels of experience.
• Serve as a liaison between school sites, district departments, and community organizations to align support services.
• Stay current with research and literature related to MTSS, educational equity, SEL, and restorative approaches.
• Coordinate and participate in planning sessions with school-based leadership teams, teacher cadres, and department staff.
• Support school teams in identifying barriers and developing action plans for implementation.
• Promote a positive, inclusive school climate through systemic practices and tiered supports.
• Support staff in implementing interventions aligned to identified student needs, including behavior and academic supports.
• Ensure practices comply with federal, state, and district policies regarding MTSS, student discipline, and school improvement.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in School Administration, Counseling, School Psychology, Special or General Education or related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in education involving implementation of MTSS frameworks (e.g., PBIS, SEL, RP, academic interventions) and/or experience in school counseling, teaching, or educational leadership.

Licenses/Certificates: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Nevada educator license in a relevant subject area, or school counselor license. Qualification into the Teacher Leadership Pool.

Knowledge Of

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• MTSS frameworks, including RTI, PBIS, and SEL principles and best practices.
• Educational assessment tools, progress monitoring systems, and intervention selection.
• Federal, state, and WCSD policies and regulations related to student support systems, discipline, and instructional practices.
• Implementation science and change management strategies in education settings.

Skill In

• Effective communication, both verbal and written, and the ability to establish positive relationships within diverse communities.

Ability To

• Facilitate collaboration and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Design and deliver effective, differentiated professional development.
• Analyze school and district data to inform decisions and monitor implementation fidelity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT?/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Exposure to weather: Occasional exposure to outdoor weather.
• Exposure to loud noises: Occasional exposure to loud noises.
• Working in confined spaces: Occasional work in confined spaces.
• Working at heights: Rarely working at excessive heights
• Working with hazardous materials: Rarely working with hazardous materials.

Physical Demands

• Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally lifting to 25lbs, rarely lifting over 25lbs.
• Standing/Walking: Requires prolonged standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Bending/Stooping: Occasional bending and stooping to retrieve items.
• Reaching: Occasionally reaching above shoulder level.
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally moving objects by pushing or pulling.
• Climbing: May rarely need to climb stairs or ladders to access equipment.
• Fine motor skills: Requires dexterity for handling small parts and tools.

Definitions

• Never: The activity or condition does not occur.
• Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.
• Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
• Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environments for all students, staff, and visitors.? The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.