St. Louis Public Schools Saint Louis , MO 63150
Posted 1 week ago
Position Title: Turnaround Intervention Specialist
Payroll/Personnel Type: 10 Month
Job #: 7024
Reports to: Principal
Shift Length: 6.5 Hours a Day
Union Eligibility: Eligible
Position Summary:
The Interventionist will support the educational program in an identified school. The Interventionist will implement effective behavior and social intervention strategies in order to maximize learning outcomes for students. Working in collaboration with the administrative team, classroom teachers, and other school support staff, the Intervention Specialist will serve as a resource for the entire school community and will achieve the following outcomes:
Decrease student referrals resulting in OSS
Increase universal adherence to school culture/climate plan
Increase academic achievement of students on caseload
Essential Functions:
Works closely with building administration, teachers, and identified support staff
Promotes good citizenship through actions as a positive role model
Collaborates with administration and leads teachers to create a positive school culture
Creates a positive learning environment by developing tiered interventions for students for positive behavior
Provides teacher support with the implementation of the school culture/climate plan
Patrols building and grounds to assess and respond to immediate needs of staff/students
Manages a caseload of students to improve attendance, behavior, and/or academics
Tracks student discipline and submits monthly reports to the administration on school climate
Assist with/facilitates meetings relating to student behavior
Understands and adheres to the District Student Code of Conduct
Monitors student adherence to school policies (cell phone, uniform, etc.)
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SIS/other district data systems, and the Internet
Demonstrates patience and compassion as well as stern leadership while helping students
Maintains strong classroom management skills
Possesses general knowledge of academic subjects
Has the ability to read and understand lesson plans
Works effectively under pressure with changing work demands
Ability to demonstrate positive thinking skills in critical situations
Projects a professional image
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to prioritize workload
Ability to work independently or with a minimum of supervision
Familiar with district procedures and general forms
Experience:
Education:
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Working Conditions and Environment:
Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
SLPS believes in taking care of its employees. We offer a fully-insured health care plan along with some amazing perks! Here are some of the highlights of our benefits plan and perks, but you'll want to check out www.slps.org/careers for all of the details.
Fully-paid health insurance for self
$30,000 of tuition reimbursement (certificated staff)
$40,000 group term life insurance
Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
Pension plan
Robust wellness programs
Please note benefit and perk eligibility may vary by employee status, employment date, and job classification.
St. Louis Public Schools