{"success":true,"message":"","validationErrors":[],"value":{"jobInfo":{"jobId":5884457,"jobTitle":"MTSS Specialist (Pending Board Approval)","infoURL":"https://ucfsd.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1661","externalJobCode":"1661","applicationDeadline":"2026-08-26T19:00:00","displayDate":"2026-08-13T04:00:00","internalDisplayDate":"2026-08-13T04:00:00","postDate":"2026-08-13T14:45:08","startDateShowDay":1,"startDate":null,"jobStatusID":40,"unionID":0,"unionName":null,"jobDescription":"<p><strong>MTSS Specialist (Pending Board Approval)</strong></p>\r\n<p><strong>Patton Middle School</strong></p>\r\n<p><strong>Available August 31, 2026</strong></p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p><strong>Valid Pennsylvania Department of Education Certifications: </strong><br /><strong> Reading Specialist PK-12 and Special Education PK-12</strong></p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p><strong>POSITION SUMMARY</strong><strong>:&nbsp; </strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MTSS Specialist is a highly qualified and collaborative educator responsible for providing leadership and support to enhance MTSS processes and improve outcomes for all students. This individual will work directly with students, teachers, administrators, and parents to implement evidence-based interventions, provide professional development, and foster a school-wide culture of academic achievement. The MTSS Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring all students develop and maintain strong foundational skills.</span></p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong> <em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.&nbsp;</span></em></p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Education (Master&rsquo;s Degree preferred)</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification (Reading Specialist and/or Special Education Certification preferred)</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep understanding of evidence-based reading research and best practices in literacy instruction.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience in administering and interpreting a variety of literacy assessments.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Demonstrated ability to provide effective interventions in reading and mathematics.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to analyze data and use it to inform instruction.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience in providing professional development to teachers (preferred).</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proficiency in using technology to support instruction and data management.</span></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowledge of differentiated instruction and strategies to meet the diverse needs of learners.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compliant with Act 114, Act 34, and Act 151 background clearances for employment.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possess effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with other teachers, administrators, parents, students, support staff, and outside professional contacts.</span></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p><strong>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</strong><strong>:</strong><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Employee must have the ability to perform the following essential functions on a timely basis with or without reasonable accommodations.</span></em></p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><strong>Direct Student Support:</strong></strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to individual students and small groups who are struggling with academics (including reading and math), behavior, or social-emotional skills.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for growth, using a variety of diagnostic tools and progress monitoring measures.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborate with classroom teachers to align interventions with classroom instruction and individual student needs.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor student progress regularly and adjust interventions based on data.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communicate student progress and intervention strategies effectively with teachers, parents, and administrators.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ol>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><strong>Teacher Support and Collaboration:</strong></strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve as a resource for classroom teachers, guiding effective reading instruction, differentiation strategies, and the selection of appropriate instructional materials.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborate with teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instruction.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Model effective instructional strategies and provide coaching and feedback to teachers in their classrooms.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participate in grade-level and school-wide meetings to discuss goals, student progress, and instructional strategies.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assist teachers in analyzing student assessment data to inform instructional decisions.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ol>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><strong>Professional Development and Leadership:</strong></strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with research-based best practices in instruction.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facilitate and/or co-facilitate professional development opportunities for teachers.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assist in the development and implementation of school-wide initiatives and goals.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advocate for the needs of all students.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ol>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><strong>Assessment and Data Analysis:</strong></strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Administer and interpret a variety of assessments, including universal screeners, diagnostic assessments, and progress monitoring tools.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Analyze school-wide and individual student data to identify trends, needs, and the effectiveness of interventions.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use data to inform instructional decisions, program development, and professional development planning.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assist in the preparation of reports on student progress.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ol>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><strong>Communication and Collaboration:</strong></strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborate with parents to support their child's development at home.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work collaboratively with special education staff, English Language Learner (ELL) specialists, and other support personnel to meet the diverse needs of students.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participate in IEP meetings and other student support team meetings as needed.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ol>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><strong>Program Management:</strong></strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assist in the selection and management of instructional materials and resources.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain accurate records of student assessments, interventions, and progress monitoring data.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure compliance with district and state initiatives.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This position description does not express or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position.&nbsp; Employee(s) will be required to complete other job-related duties requested by the supervisor.</span></em></p>\r\n<p><strong>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:</strong></p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive knowledge of reading development, including phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skill in administering and interpreting various assessments (e.g., running records, diagnostic reading and math assessments).</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to design and implement effective, evidence-based interventions.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skill in collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to analyze and interpret student data to inform instruction.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong organizational and time management skills.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proficiency in using educational technology and software.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to maintain confidentiality.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commitment to the academic success of all students.</span></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p><strong>WORK SCHEDULE:</strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the provisions of the contract regarding working hours, lunchtime, and personal time/planning time bind the MTSS Specialist, a member of the bargaining unit.</span></p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p><strong>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</strong><strong>: </strong><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</span></em></p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><strong>Physical Demands:</strong></strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift to 20 pounds.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must have adequate visual acuity to read and analyze data.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May be required to work in various classroom and office 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to change this job description at any time for any reason, with or without advance notice.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The School District retains the right to assign such additional duties as may be necessary for the efficient or effective operation of the School District.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The School District retains the right to change the qualifications for the job.</span></li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The School District retains the right to waive the necessity for any applicant or employee to have all required qualifications.</span></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p><strong>Applicants must submit the following documents as part of their online application:<br /> </strong>&nbsp;&nbsp; Cover letter and resume<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp; Pennsylvania Department of Education Certificate<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp; Unofficial copy of transcripts&nbsp;<u>undergraduate and graduate</u><br /> &nbsp;&nbsp; Three state-mandated clearances dated within one year<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp; Three letters of recommendation dated within one year&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; color: black;\">Clearances required for employment:</span></strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"><a href=\"https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><em><span style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; color: blue; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;\">Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)</span></em></strong></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"><a href=\"https://epatch.state.pa.us/Home.jsp\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><em><span style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; color: blue; 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