Instructional Specialist (205 Days)

Job Description: Instructional Specialist (205 Days) (RTP20250918-008) Description Implement a research-based coaching and feedback model of support to teachers and staff who are working with students who exhibit behavioral and emotional problems in the classroom Develop effective behavior interventions in collaboration with campus team and model these strategies for campus staff to address the needs of special education students and assist in increasing capacity of campus personnel Assist campus-based staff with collecting various types of data to document student progress using district approved tracking platform Respond to campus requests for behavior assistance in a timely manner Schedule and conduct consultations/observations of students and special education staff in the educational setting to ensure implementation of IEPs, and provide written, formative feedback for continued improvement Create and follow up with campus action plans addressing campus needs Maintain accurate case records and required accountability documentation, which will monitored by the supervisor, after responding to campus requests for assistance Develop and deliver professional learning opportunities in behavior management to campus personnel as needed or requested Make positive connections with identified students and assist with provision of direct support by modeling appropriate social skills for these students Support the implementation of BHS program expectations by conducting periodic fidelity checks and making recommendations on preventive and corrective actions Assist in classroom set-up and delivery of materials for BHS programs Attend Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings to assist the committee in understanding program expectations, continuum of services, and support recommendations Participate in activities required by the Texas Behavior Support Initiative (SB 1196), which includes providing district-wide training in nonviolent crisis intervention and using physical restraint when needed Attend professional development in special education, coaching, leadership, and any other behavior-related topics to remain up-to-date on current research regarding emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, learning differences, trauma, technology tools, social skills curriculum, etc…. Engage in professional behaviors that reflect integrity, accountability, and moral standards Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in a directly related field; Master’s degree preferred Valid Texas teacher's certification with required Special Education endorsement Minimum five years of successful teaching in a public or private school setting; urban school district experience preferred Documented competence in designing interventions to change inappropriate student behaviors Ability to work effectively with community organizations, schools, residential facilities, governmental agencies, parents, students, and others in a pluralistic setting Time management, dependability, and punctuality as a demonstrated practice Effective communications skills, both written and verbal Calm demeanor and ability to avoid conflict while remaining professional during a crisis or conflictual situation Experience in developing, analyzing and implementing Federal, State, and Local Special Education regulations, policies, and procedures Proficient computer literacy skills and knowledge of computer operations such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Google Suite, and Outlook email #J-18808-Ljbffr Dallas Independent School District