Kansas MTSS and Alignment Math Specialist

JOB TITLE:  Kansas MTSS and Alignment Math 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 Math 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 math. The BLT will collaborate with Kansas MTSS and
Alignment Math Specialists to embed systemic structures and processes, creating a focused, coherent, and
aligned system.

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

1. deep knowledge in the areas of PreK - grade 12 mathematics 
2. evidence-based practices
3. systems change and effective school improvement practices
4. experience coaching/facilitating adult learners
5. the Science of Math
6. 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 the request of the
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

1. CONSULTS WITH:
         Kansas State Department of Education, Special Educational and Title Services Team
2. Kansas MTSS & Alignment Project Leadership and Staff
3. District and Building Level Administrators and Staff
4. TASN Staff
5. 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 Math
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
Secondary math teaching experience preferred
Advanced degree in education required
Current Kansas teaching license required
Prior teaching experience in the area of mathematics 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.

Keystone Learning Services/Northeast Kansas Education Service Center USD 608 is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

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