Job Description

Job Location: Academic Center - Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: Graduate Degree
Salary Range: $70,300.00 - $85,300.00 Salary
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Category: Education

POSITION SUMMARY
The MTSS Screener performs assessments of students to conduct universal screening and intervention placement tests. In this role, the facilitator also works with the MTSS coordinator, teachers, and other school professionals to develop plans to help students with learning challenges succeed. This position requires a strong, thorough knowledge of Bulletin 1508, a clear understanding of RTI/MTSS (Response to Intervention/Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) processes, and the ability to manage multiple evaluations while maintaining compliance and quality. Additionally, the facilitator may collaborate with staff on projects and participate in professional development workshops and programs. The person in this role will work in accordance with all applicable laws, guidelines, and UVA policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
MTSS Screening and Data Support
- Administers universal screeners and progress monitoring assessments
- Analyzes and interprets student data to support instructional and intervention decisions
- Communicates screening results to school teams, including teachers and families as appropriate
- Supports student placement within MTSS tiers based on data
MTSS Systems and Facilitation
- Facilitates or supports data-based problem-solving discussions with school teams
- Assists in the development and implementation of intervention plans and accommodations
- Supports schools in maintaining accurate MTSS documentation and trackers
- Identifies trends and provides recommendations to improve MTSS practices across schools
Compliance and Evaluation Support
- Monitors timelines for screenings and evaluations to ensure compliance with state and district requirements
- Supports multidisciplinary teams in evaluation planning and documentation as needed
- Reviews documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment to referral concerns
- Participates in Section 504 and problem-solving meetings as assigned
Collaboration and Communication
- Works closely with the MTSS Coordinator, school leaders, and instructional staff
- Provides support and guidance to teachers on interpreting data and implementing interventions
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to address barriers impacting student success
Additional Responsibilities
- Supports attendance-related initiatives in collaboration with school teams
- Participates in professional development and training
- Travels as needed to support testing and school-based activities
- Performs other duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES
To perform the Position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Student Focus: Understands and prioritizes the needs of students, making decisions with their best interests in mind. Cultivates an organizational culture that fosters strong relationships with students.
- Professional Decorum: Exhibits appropriate, respectful behavior and etiquette in a professional setting, maintaining a positive attitude at all times. Upholds the standards of professionalism in all interactions.
- Servant Leadership: Serves and supports others with empathy and active listening, assisting in developing other leaders. Prioritizes team members and creates a positive, inclusive work environment.
- Adaptability: Adjusts effectively to changing circumstances, processes, requirements, or technologies. Navigates an ever-changing world with ease, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
- Organization: Remains focused on priorities, meets deadlines, and accomplishes tasks systematically. Designs systems to support all work levels and workflows, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
- Compassion/Empathy: Understands and shares the feelings of colleagues or employees by demonstrating active listening, using emotional intelligence, and offering assistance. Promotes a supportive and understanding workplace culture.
- Problem Solving: Identifies challenges and develops effective solutions through reasoning and strategic thinking. Employs innovative approaches to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
- Soft Skills: Possesses personal attributes and interpersonal abilities that enhance efficient communication and collaboration while maintaining emotional balance. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills in all professional interactions.
- Action Orientation: Results-driven and proactive, making data-informed decisions to achieve goals with a focus on student outcomes. Takes the initiative to drive progress and achieve results.
- Team Development, Collaboration, and Coordination: Fosters shared goals that build trust, support, and communication. Encourages cross-departmental collaboration and coordination on tasks or projects to enhance teamwork and achieve common objectives.
- Self-Awareness: Recognizes personal strengths and weaknesses, balancing them effectively with team members' strengths. Actively seeks constructive feedback and looks for opportunities for self-development, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here represent those an employee typically performs in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this Position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
BENEFITS
Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; basic life; short-term disability; long-term disability; 403(b) retirement plan; employee assistance program; flexible spending account.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK
Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check.
DISCLAIMER
This position description summarizes the essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications to clarify the general nature and scope of this position’s role in the organization. This description does not list every task that an employee may be expected to perform. An employee assigned an unlawful duty or task should report the assignment to the Office of Human Resources. This position description does not list duties or responsibilities in any order of importance.
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All UVA employees, regardless of their classification or position, are employed on an at-will basis. This means that each employee’s employment is terminated at the will of the employee or the school at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. No officer, agent, representative, or employee of UVA has any authority to enter into any agreement with any employee or applicant for employment other than on an at-will basis.
University View Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree
- Minimum of 3 years of related professional work experience as an educational leader in online learning environments and non-traditional or traditional public schools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ed Diagnostic Certification
- Doctorate Degree
- 5 + years of experience as an educational leader
- 4 + years in online learning environments
- 3 + years of charter or traditional school system
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK
Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check.