Student Intervention Specialist (Day School Pittsburgh)

Pressley Ridge•Pittsburgh, PA

37d

About The Position

The Student Intervention Specialist (SIS) is responsible for collaborating with classroom teams in the development, implementation and monitoring of effective, individualized academic and behavioral programming for students. The SIS can be in the role of individualized student support, classroom support or building wide support.

Requirements

Clearances. State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
Valid driver's license and current vehicle insurance.
Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf - Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) required. Applicants not meeting the minimum ASL proficiency are required to complete coursework and meet the minimum proficiency after hire.

Responsibilities

To assure effective academic and behavioral health programming for each student which results in progress and program completion.
To assure comprehensive documentation of all behavioral progress.
To assure the continuous safety of all students.
To assure the continuing development of professional skills.

Benefits

Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match
Prescription coverage
Dental and vision plans
Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
Wellness incentive (up to $250)
403b with up to 9% employer give/match
Free life insurance and AD&D
Paid sick time (up to 15 days)
Paid holidays including a birthday holiday
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)