QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree.
2. Criminal history clearance.
3. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
SALARY:
Per the Negotiated LEA Union Contract Salary Schedule.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The primary purpose of this position is to provide support and assistance to school administration, instructional staff, and classified support staff working to develop and support instruction for students who require differentiation to access general education. The Specialist develops and provides professional development activities for staff on instructional methodologies that promote MTSS tier II and III systemic engagement in our neighborhood school classrooms. The Specialist provides professional development activities for staff in behavior techniques using the LCSD selected prevention and crisis response system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides leadership and professional development focused on implementing instruction that radiates skill deficit, provides multiple opportunities to practice, and provides immediate corrective feedback.
Provides support to school MTSS teams with a focus on green, yellow, and red zone supports and intervention.
Provides professional development and support to school MTSS teams and Dean of Students Success in the development of individual student support plans to keep students in the general education setting with the utilization of a variety of instructional and behavioral strategies.
Provides training and support for classified staff members implementing student support plans.
Utilizes school and student referral data to advance school and district MTSS systems.
Assists and guides teachers in making modifications and adaptations for students.
Acts as a student advocate.
Works with building Level II Teams to ensure integrity of process, communication, and use of comprehensive interventions.
Acts as a school/parent liaison regarding placement and instructional issues.
Coordinates staff development program for classified assistants.
Makes recommendations regarding program equipment and materials.
Advises the Assistant Superintendent in matters of program management based on staff input and observation.
Develops and maintains a comprehensive Positive Behavior Support Program.
Develops and maintains a system for the completion of Functional Behavior Assessments and Positive Behavior Support Plans. This includes training families and caregivers, staff, and community and district partners, to ensure accurate data collection, data-driven decision-making, and program fidelity.
Develops and maintains a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) that includes a triage system for timely and effective interventions to ensure student and staff safety.
Assists parents and community members as needed.
Strives to maintain and improve professional competence through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, classes, and other professional development activities.
Works harmoniously with others and communicates effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, and staff.
Operates computer and software programs as related to job responsibilities.
Lifts, moves, or restrains a student on an infrequent basis.
Frequent or prolonged standing, walking, and sitting.
Frequent and prolonged talking /hearing conversations.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
This position is primarily performed indoors in school buildings.
This position requires travel between school and work sites. (The employee is responsible for supplying a vehicle for this and other position-related travel and will be reimbursed for approved mileage).
Possible exposure to bodily fluids due to student or employee injury or illness.
Evenings and/or extended work hours are often required.
May be required to obtain a First Aid and/or CPR Card and serve as a Delegated Caregiver or Designated First Aid Provider.
Occasionally performs other duties as required by supervisor.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested applicants must apply through our District Office website at https://lebanonor.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx. Salary as per negotiated agreement. For more information, applicants should contact Special Education Director, Steve Woodcock at: steve.woodcock@lebanon.k12.or.us
The district's policy is to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law and will require applicants to provide certification4 of eligibility for preference, in addition to other requested materials.
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Office at (541) 259-8949 for additional information or assistance. Speech/hearing impaired applicants may contact the District for help through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing (800)735-2900. Spanish Voice/TTY#: 1-800-735-3896
4 See verification of Veteran's Preference (OAR 839-006-0465). An applicant claiming veteran’s or disabled veteran's preference will submit a copy of their Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a certification that the veteran is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the submission of the certification. A disabled veteran may also submit a copy of their letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214/215 or a certification that the veteran is expected to be medically separated from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the submission of the certification.
Lebanon Community School District is an equal opportunity employer.
The District reserves the right to transfer employee to another position and/or site.
