Mtss (Coach)-Elementary (2024-2025 SY)

Department: Teaching and Learning Job Title: Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Coach - Elementary FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt) Exempt; Unit A Reports to: Director of MTSS In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Summary:

The Elementary Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) Coach collaborates with principals, instructional coaches, interventionists, and other building-based staff to establish and strengthen the use of MTSS structures, systems, and practices outlined by Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). MTSS coaches plan and facilitate school-level and district-level professional learning, in addition to being key facilitators of the school-level use of the elementary MTSS data management system. Our educators are engaged in a collective and intentional effort to build cultural competency and foster racial equity. Candidates who bring diverse perspectives and who have skills and experience to strengthen our district DEI work are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Massachusetts DESE Elementary License with SEI endorsement or additional license in ESL

• Master's Degree in Education

• Deep technical knowledge of the core tenets of MTSS, as defined by the DESE MTSS Blueprint

• Exceptional data literacy skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to build professional relationships with principals, instructional coaches, and educators that inspire teacher trust, self-reflection and collaboration

• Deep knowledge of implementation science and the change process; experience leading change processes in support of improved student outcomes

• Experience implementing MTSS systems, structures, and practices within an elementary school setting

• Must demonstrate an investment to creating equitable learning experiences for all students using Culturally Responsive Instruction and Universal Design for Learning practices

• Strong communication skills, including an exceptional ability to calibrate support and guidance based on individual educator self-efficacy

• Deep knowledge of the MA Curriculum Frameworks for Literacy, Math, and Social-emotional learning

• A working knowledge of current research, trends in evidence-based practices, and resources related to district goals

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

District and school responsibilities:

• Co-facilitate weekly, school-level MTSS meetings across multiple elementary schools

• Attend weekly calibration meeting with MTSS coaches and Director of MTSS

• Support the administration, recording, and analysis of components within our MTSS data-management system across elementary schools, including progress monitoring and implementation fidelity measures

• Provide weekly coaching and consultation to school-based educators and principals; additional consultations as needed

• Plan and facilitate professional learning to educators across Unit A and C roles

• Responsible for implementing "other job-related duties" as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job the teacher is frequently required to kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch. The teacher is periodically required to stand; while talking and listening. The teacher is occasionally required to sit; walk; lift; or carry. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.