Neighborhood Schools Outreach Coach (9897 Sped)

Evergreen Public Schools • Vancouver, WA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Director of Special Services, the Neighborhood Schools Outreach Coach (NSOC) works under the direct supervision of the Principal of Hollingsworth. The NSOC is responsible for the direct and collaborative support of students transitioning from Hollingsworth to their neighborhood schools. The NSOC works under the supervision of the Principal, but in collaboration with the Clinical Psychologist, BCBA and classroom teachers. The NSOC may also collect data and conduct assessments.

Requirements

• AA or BA in Education, Psychology, or ability to demonstrate five (5) years of experience working with students with behavior or mental health issues preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve effectively with students with behavioral and mental health issues.
• Training and/or experience in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques.
• Training and/or experience in implementation of positive behavior supports.
• Training and/or experience in Collaborative Problem Solving preferred.
• Training in Restorative Practices.
• Must possess basic typing/keyboarding and math skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, monitor, supervise, and manage difficult students and help them succeed.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with staff and families.
• Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, and cooperativeness.
• Must possess physical capability and ability to respond to aggressive student behavior.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to work under conditions of constant interruptions and perform under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to special education.
• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
• Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
• The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Nice To Haves

• AA or BA in Education, Psychology, or ability to demonstrate five (5) years of experience working with students with behavior or mental health issues preferred.
• Training and/or experience in Collaborative Problem Solving preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks assigned by the Principal, Clinical Psychologist, and/or BCBA
• Assist teachers with implementation of classroom instruction and working with children during instructional activities.
• Implement, assess, and evaluate implementation of student intervention plans and programs.
• Exhibit the ability to develop relationships and communicate effectively with a diverse community and student population.
• Communicate with staff, students, parents, and community about factors impacting student performance in a manner consistent with administrative direction as well as district policies and procedures.
• Measurement and data collection.
• Maintain accurate data on student performance/progress at Hollingsworth and their comprehensive schools.
• Summarize and report all behavior data for building the administrator in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Assessment of preference and behavior.
• Collaborate with Federal Programs to ensure compliant LAP enrollment and reporting procedures.
• Implement positive behavioral intervention systems.
• Focus on student skill acquisition, especially related to accessing the comprehensive school settings.
• Demonstrate competency in utilization of intervention and crisis response strategies.
• Implement evidence-based intervention practices.
• Run effective restorative practice interventions.
• Monitor children’s behavior inside and outside of their comprehensive school setting
• Enter and update student information in applicable computer programs.
• Perform routine mathematical calculations.
• Read and interpret routine information from schedules, memos, and/or other written documentation.
• Prepare simple memos, letters, and/or other related written correspondence.
• Problem-solve with students on an ongoing basis.
• Provide support to the classroom as directed by administration as needed.
• Provide clear, consistent, and appropriate expectations for student behavior.
• Attend various training sessions needed in order to maintain an up-to-date understanding of behavioral intervention and other related meetings.
• Demonstrate ethical professional conduct and scope of practice.
• Attend transition meetings with comprehensive schools and Hollingsworth
• Communicate with transportation on student plans in regards to time spent at their comprehensive schools
• Collaborate with PLC team and Transition RBT as directed by administration
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
• FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.
• Employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
• Paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave.
• Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree