Kansas MTSS and Alignment Reading Specialist

JOB TITLE: Kansas MTSS and Alignment Reading Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Kansas Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS)
LOCATION: Keystone Learning Services
REPORTS TO: Kansas MTSS and Alignment Co-Directors

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITES:
This position will work within a team of Reading Specialists to clearly define the structures, processes, and
practices of a schools Building Leadership Team (BLT) most critical for co-leading and implementing
improvement efforts within the content area of reading. The BLT will collaborate with Kansas MTSS and
Alignment Reading Specialists to embed systemic structures and processes, creating a focused, coherent, and
aligned system.

Kansas MTSS and Alignment Reading Specialists will also facilitate the BLT through long-term capacity-
building efforts related to the areas below but not limited to:

deep knowledge in the areas of PreK - grade 12 reading
evidence-based practices
systems change and effective school improvement practices
experience coaching/facilitating adult learners
the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy
Kansas curricular standards
This position will require close work with Kansas MTSS and Alignment Leadership and staff, KSDE
Leadership and staff, school building leadership and staff, other TASN Project staff and Education Service
Center staff to determine, develop, deliver, and implement the appropriate scope of support to education
systems across the state of Kansas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Participate in activities to support and move forward KSDEs vision of coherence and
alignment of a school improvement process for education systems to utilize
Coordinate efforts for integration of special education and other at-risk student populations into the work
Coordinate efforts for integration of supports to build the capacity of school leaders and staff to provide for
equity and access for all students within the processes created
Collaborate with other TASN projects to promote an aligned process of improvement
Assist in the development of statewide outcome improvement workshops
Ensuring feedback loops are developed and used in the service of enacting an effective, coherent system
that continually meets the needs of all students and staff
Understanding how to utilize inquiry/impact cycles
Ensuring the effective use of a decision-making method
Build and strengthen the capacity for teacher clarity and self and collective efficacy within the processes
created
Build, maintain, and sustain appropriate professional relationships with colleagues and clients through
times of agreement and times of dissonance

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Participate in the development and support of educational projects identified by KSDE at request of
Special Education and Title Services Team or Project Leadership
Pursue professional development that supports the goals of the Kansas MTSS & Alignment project at
the state and national levels
Present at state and national conferences upon request
Carry out other duties as assigned

CONSULTS WITH:
Kansas State Department of Education, Special Educational and Title Services Team
Kansas MTSS & Alignment Project Leadership and Staff
District and Building Level Administrators and Staff
TASN Staff
Renowned Consultants, Authors, Researchers, Etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Direct experience at the building and/or district level within a multi-tier system of supports or response to
intervention principles and the use of evidence-based practices
Strong working knowledge of systems change, results based staff development, adult learning theory,
group facilitation, basic evaluation techniques and problem solving
Strong working knowledge of the Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (KESA) process
Strong working knowledge of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy
Strong working knowledge of current education research and practices
Actively involved in development of own professional learning
Strong working knowledge of data-based decision making
ESOL certification preferred
Reading Specialist endorsement preferred
Advanced degree in education required
Current Kansas teaching license required
Prior teaching experience in the area of reading required

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:
Regular and extensive traveling (approximately 70%) across the state of Kansas
Approximately 30% overnight travel
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Office 365, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proficiency with Google Suite and components
Ability to clearly communicate technical information in verbal and written form
Ability to lift and transfer up to 70 pounds

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
12-month contract to be completed between July 1st and June 30th. 

EVALUATION:
Job performance will be reviewed by the Kansas MTSS & Alignment Co-Directors with input from Keystone
Learning Services Executive Director.
Keystone Learning Services will be accepting applications until position is filled.

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