What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Specialist, K-12 Remedial position at Paulding County Schools?
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Job Summary:
The Academic Specialist, K-12 Remedial is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the Executive Director, Teaching & Learning, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Academic Specialist, K-12, Remedial
Salary Schedule: State Plus Local Supplement
Department: Teaching & Learning
Job Code: 762136
Reports To: Executive Director of Teaching & Learning
Work Schedule: 240 days per year/8 hours per day
Grade/Level: L/S240
FLSA: Exempt
Primary Function: The Academic Specialist provides expert professional development, coaching, and on-site support to K-12 educators to enhance early intervention and remedial education practices. This role focuses on the effective implementation of evidence-based strategies, including academic intervention and the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework, to improve student achievement. The specialist ensures the provision of individualized basic skills instruction as mandated by Georgia Law and supports the schoolwide integration of MTSS to promote intellectual and academic growth for all students identified for intervention. The specialist collaborates with teachers and school leaders to promote inclusive, data-driven best practices and develops educators through targeted training, collaborative problem-solving, and the design of intervention resources.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
Office Environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Constant Interruptions
Hearing and speaking to exchange information
Seeing to read a variety of materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
Qualifications:
Must hold or be eligible for a Georgia Level 5 certificate or higher in a core academic area or related field
Minimum five (5) years of teaching experience with evidence of impact in closing academic gaps
School leadership considered, scheduling experience preferred
Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Strong knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and evidence-based intervention strategies.
Demonstrated experience with leading professional development and/or program implementation
Proficiency with spreadsheets and data analysis
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions:
Stay current with educational trends, research, and best practices in early intervention and remedial education strategies and professional learning related to MTSS and academic interventions.
Develop professional learning and coaching opportunities tailored to school staff, utilizing best practices in adult learning theory.
Analyze student data to identify trends and areas for improvement and collaborate with school teams to inform intervention efforts.
Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to identify student needs and tailor intervention strategies.
Use data to drive decisions regarding professional learning needs and K-12 intervention strategies.
Collaborate with the Coordinator of Academic Support and Programs to develop and deliver professional learning related to intervention programs and local assessments.
Recommend, implement, and evaluate targeted academic interventions for struggling students across K-12.
Collaborate with MTSS, ESEP, ESOL, and other teams to implement interventions aligned with state and district guidelines
Supports the district eligibility and exit processes for Early Intervention Programs (EIP) and Remedial Education Programs (REP).
Monitor student progress in intervention programs and collaborate with teachers and school leaders to adjust strategies for effectiveness.
Develop, facilitate, and deliver professional learning and coaching sessions for K-12 educators on evidence-based instructional strategies, intervention methods, and MTSS processes.
Observe, model, and provide feedback on instructional practices to ensure alignment with state and district requirements.
Foster a growth mindset in educators by modeling and supporting evidence-based teaching, differentiated instruction, and inclusive practices.
Build relationships with school leaders to promote a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.
Meet regularly with coordinators and content teams to ensure alignment across the district.
Provide regular reports on intervention and professional learning outcomes to school leaders, identifying growth areas and recommending improvements.
Assist the Teaching & Learning department in implementing district-wide initiatives.
Support the development and delivery of professional learning materials and resources for MTSS and academic supports.
Collect and organize data and feedback related to the intervention program effectiveness for reporting
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.
Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States. Intellectual Disability
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Sick Leave