SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the director of the Division of Pupil Personnel Services, uses knowledge of MCPS programs and community resources, and utilizes a collaborative process with administrators, school staff, and other Office of Student and Family Support and Engagement (OSFSE) staff members, to assist in determining resources, strategies, interventions, and recommended placements for students who are not experiencing success in school. Serves as an advocate for students and their families to access appropriate services. Acts as case manager for identified students in intervention implementation, data collection, progress monitoring, and program changes. Serves as liaison with school system, local community and government service providers.
CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
Meets Maryland certification requirements for pupil personnel worker.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of the school system, its policies, regulations, and procedures, and its programs and resources; knowledge of the dynamics of adolescent behavior, behavior management, and interpersonal relationships. Knowledge of instructional programs. Excellent skills in human relations, communication, problem solving, conflict resolution, and case management. Knowledge of county, state and federal requirements applicable to special populations; Skilled in the collection, monitoring, and analysis of data. Ability to productively collaborate with other MCPS units as well as local and county agencies.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
Masters degree from an accredited college or university with course work in human growth and development, counseling techniques, social casework, analysis of individuals and aptitude testing. Three years satisfactory experience as a classroom teacher, two of which may be a combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, ability, and skills necessary to perform effectively.