Pioneer Elementary Student Intervention Specialist

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

STUDENT INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

Title:  Student Intervention Specialist

Supervisor:  Building Principal

Salary  Range:  PSE Salary Schedule 

Location/Assignment:Pioneer Elementary

Conditions of work:  180 Days/6.5 Hours/Day

SUMMARY:

The Student Intervention Specialist (SIS) supports students' academic and behavioral success under the direction of the Building Administrator or certificated designee.  This role builds positive relationships with students and stakeholders, provides targeted interventions, teaches conflict-resolution skills, assists in addressing attendance challenges and reinforces schoolwide values and expectations for academic excellence.  The SIS will support the implementation of schoolwide practices and effective academic and behavioral strategies identified to meet the unique needs of students.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Restorative Justice Practices
• Use restorative practices to proactively address and repair student relationships
• Mediate conflict resolution(s)
• Lead student circles
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Participate in PBIS committee meetings
• Support SWIS data preparation
• Implement PBIS rewards and supports
• Academic Supports and Interventions
• Participate in Tutorials
• Provide support academic interventions
• Log and track academic growth for identified students
• Behavioral Support/Interventions
• Gather, share and monitor pertinent information for the support of behavior intervention and support for positive outcomes
• Implement Check-in/Check-out Program to monitor at-risk students and coordinate efforts with staff
• Collaborate and communicate effectively through a variety of methods
• Support student supervision with the intent to monitor interventions during a non-instructional and unstructured time
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal/designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education, it must meet the criteria of the Higher Education Act, Section 101 (a). All classes must be at level 100 or higher, OR
• Associate’s degree OR
• Pass the ETS Parapro Assessment test or in the process of completing para-pro certification.

• Bilingual/Biliterate Preferred

• Experience working with P-12 students.
• First Aid/CPR card or ability to obtain.
• Demonstrate basic computer literacy skills.
• Demonstrate consistent punctuality and attendance.
• Demonstrate flexibility with schedule changes as students’ needs change.
• Work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Previous experience in an educational setting preferred

UNION AFFIILATION: 

This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington

BENEFITS:

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB).  Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts

180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days.

260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days’ vacation after the first year.

*Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

PROCEDURE:

• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu/
• Click on “Menu” and “Careers” and "Job Openings"
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores 509-787-4571.
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI
fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Superintendent, nbergman@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, vhodge@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: David Garza, Assistant Superintendent, dgarza@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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