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JOB TITLE: MTSS School Specialist 

UNIT/DEPARTMENT: EPS 

REPORTS TO: MTSS Coordinator 

SUPERVISES: N/A 

STATUS: Full Time/Exempt 

SUMMARY  

The MTSS School Specialist leads the design, alignment, and oversight of school-level Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), with a focus on attendance, behavior, and classroom success. This role ensures that Tier I systems are implemented with fidelity and that Tier II and III supports are timely, data-informed, and student-responsive. The Specialist support MTSS Systems Coaches, builds leadership capacity among staff, and facilitates system-wide planning, evaluation, and communication efforts. 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS  

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Preferred: 

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS  

Required 

• Experience implementing or leading MTSS systems or programs in a school setting
• Experience in teaching, counseling, social work, SPED, intervention, or instructional coaching

Preferred: 

• Experience supervising instructional or intervention staff
• Experience with Tier I–III interventions, PBIS, Restorative Practices, and SEL frameworks
• Instructional coaching or MTSS coordinator experience
• Familiarity with grant compliance and MTSS coordination

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Required Duties & Responsibilities:  

Student Support & Program Implementation 

• Provide leadership and direction for schoolwide MTSS systems across academic, behavioral, and attendance domains
• Ensure alignment and fidelity in implementation of Tier I strategies and Tier II/III interventions
• Supervise MTSS Systems Coaches and guide their work to support school teams effectively
• Promote sustainable strategies that meet diverse student needs through structured MTSS frameworks

Collaboration & Communication 

• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, and MTSS teams to co-design effective systems
• Facilitate regular MTSS meetings to assess progress, address challenges, and promote alignment across tiers
• Communicate MTSS priorities and goals clearly with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Build trust and shared ownership among leadership, school teams, and families

Documentation & Compliance 

• Ensure MTSS efforts align with state and federal compliance requirements, school improvement goals, and organizational priorities
• Support fidelity tracking, evaluation documentation, and system-level reporting as needed

Data & Evaluation 

• Develop and manage data systems to monitor attendance, behavior, and academic outcomes
• Analyze school-wide and disaggregated data to inform continuous improvement
• Monitor Tier I–III interventions and make timely adjustments based on progress indicators

Family & Community Engagement 

• Ensure families are engaged in understanding MTSS supports and contribute to student-centered planning
• Represent MTSS efforts with external partners, district leaders, and community stakeholders as needed

OTHER PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS 

Administrative Functions 

• Communicate consistently with your immediate supervisor, GPS Solutions administrative team, and appropriate school-based staff regarding assigned programs and activities.
• Foster and engage in cooperative, professional working relationships.
• Complete all assignments in accordance with GPS Solutions and school policies and procedures.

Human Resource Functions 

• Maintain current knowledge of and follow GPS Solutions Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook.

Confidentiality & Ethical Compliance 

• Maintain confidentiality of all students, family, and staff information.
• Understand and fulfill your responsibilities as a mandated reporter in accordance with your state’s regulations.
• Stay current with applicable codes of ethics and legal requirements (e.g., ASCA, NASW, FERPA, state and federal laws).

Payroll & Compliance Functions 

• Submit all required compliance documentation to PNP Payroll staff by the designated due dates.

POTENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Aid in completing geocoding with their coordinator and administration.
• See MTSS Tutor Push-In Task List for allowable and non-allowable tasks
• Other duties as assigned