Instructional Specialist (205 Days)

Implement a research-based coaching and feedback model of support to teachers and staff who are working with students who exhibit behavioral and emotional problems in the classroom

Develop effective behavior interventions in collaboration with campus team and model these strategies for campus staff to address the needs of special education students and assist in increasing capacity of campus personnel

Assist campus-based staff with collecting various types of data to document student progress using district approved tracking platform

Respond to campus requests for behavior assistance in a timely manner

Schedule and conduct consultations/observations of students and special education staff in the educational setting to ensure implementation of IEPs, and provide written, formative feedback for continued improvement

Create and follow up with campus action plans addressing campus needs

Maintain accurate case records and required accountability documentation, which will monitored by the supervisor, after responding to campus requests for assistance

Develop and deliver professional learning opportunities in behavior management to campus personnel as needed or requested

Make positive connections with identified students and assist with provision of direct support by modeling appropriate social skills for these students

Support the implementation of BHS program expectations by conducting periodic fidelity checks and making recommendations on preventive and corrective actions

Assist in classroom set-up and delivery of materials for BHS programs

Attend Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings to assist the committee in understanding program expectations, continuum of services, and support recommendations

Participate in activities required by the Texas Behavior Support Initiative (SB 1196), which includes providing district-wide training in nonviolent crisis intervention and using physical restraint when needed

Attend professional development in special education, coaching, leadership, and any other behavior-related topics to remain up-to-date on current research regarding emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, learning differences, trauma, technology tools, social skills curriculum, etc….

Engage in professional behaviors that reflect integrity, accountability, and moral standards

Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in a directly related field; Master's degree preferred

Valid Texas teacher's certification with required Special Education endorsement

Minimum five years of successful teaching in a public or private school setting; urban school district experience preferred

Documented competence in designing interventions to change inappropriate student behaviors

Ability to work effectively with community organizations, schools, residential facilities, governmental agencies, parents, students, and others in a pluralistic setting

Time management, dependability, and punctuality as a demonstrated practice

Effective communications skills, both written and verbal

Calm demeanor and ability to avoid conflict while remaining professional during a crisis or conflictual situation

Experience in developing, analyzing and implementing Federal, State, and Local Special Education regulations, policies, and procedures

Proficient computer literacy skills and knowledge of computer operations such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Google Suite, and Outlook email