Student Support Services Liaison (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Support Services Liaison is directly responsible to the executive director of special education and the building principal and to assist in the supervision, and assist in the training of the special education initiatives and supports. The Student Support Services Liaison is responsible to plan, lead, facilitate, and provide instruction in the Interrelated Classroom in their assigned school(s). This role supports the implementation of the school improvement plan, assists the building principal's use of data to monitor and adjust as necessary the action plan and goals of the special education programs/services in the assigned school(s), and helps the building principal to develop and implement a proactive and positive approach to behavior management including oversight of functional behavioral assessments and individual behavior plans as needed. The liaison also assists the building principal in the framework for staff to monitor student progress in academic, social, behavioral, and individual education plan (IEP) goals/objectives as directed through the IEP team. They support instructional guidelines established by the district, lead professional development activities, and help teams individualize instruction for struggling learners. The position supports students with disabilities having access to a variety of activities that support their leadership, physical, emotional, social and educational growth in the least restrictive environment. Furthermore, the liaison reviews and writes IEPs, provides guidance to IEP teams, promotes a positive culture of learning and collaboration, and builds and sustains partnerships with families, related service providers, general education staff, and community partners.

Requirements

A current KS teaching license AND special education endorsement required for Kansas categorical aide
3 plus years of special education teaching service experience is required
Must have advanced technology skills - may be required to show proof by testing
Knowledge of public school operations
Ability to deal with confidential matters
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds; (i.e., community, administrators, teachers, substitutes, classified, students, etc.)
Ability to listen, is organized, detail oriented, and is a self-starter
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of audiences inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
An advanced understanding of special education law governing IEP development, implementation, service structure, disciplinary procedures for students with disabilities
Advanced computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and advanced skills in Synergy which will be determined and validated by testing
Use of good judgment to make decisions on a wide range of spontaneously occurring special education program issues
Ability to analyze unique situations and generate problem solving responses with existing staff and resources
Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Demonstrate the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and fax machine
Comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use
Perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
Report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position
Understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
Interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Nice To Haves

Documented school leadership experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Supports the implementation of the school improvement plan
Assists the building principal's use of data to monitor and adjust as necessary the action plan and goals of the special education programs/services in the assigned school(s)
Assist the building principal to develop and implement a proactive and positive approach to behavior management including oversight of functional behavioral assessments and individual behavior plans as needed
Assists the building principal in the framework for staff to monitor student progress in academic, social, behavioral, and individual education plan (IEP) goals/objectives as directed through the IEP team
Supports the instructional guidelines established by the district that are consistent needs identified in building(s) by the building administrator
Leads professional development activities so that teachers can follow the curriculum and specially designed instruction with fidelity
Helps teams individualize instruction for struggling learners so that all students have access to the core curriculum and teachers differentiate instruction and intervention based on student data
Supports students with disabilities having access to a variety of activities that support their leadership, physical, emotional, social and educational growth in the least restrictive environment
Reviews and writes IEPs and provides guidance to IEP teams about accommodations, goals, behavioral supports, and measurable outcomes for students with disabilities
Promotes a positive culture of learning and collaboration necessary to support high levels of learning in academic, social, vocational, and independent living skills for assigned students
Supports a culture of collaboration, trust, learning and high expectations for all
Builds and sustains partnerships with families, related service providers, general education staff, and community partners to ensure collaboration among a multidisciplinary team support for each student
Follows established timelines and guidelines for conducting an IEP meetings
Supports standards of student conduct and respond to students in crisis when appropriate
Supports a safe learning environment by adhering to all crisis plans, school wide behavior plans and policies
Responsible for other duties which may be assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services or designee and/or Building Principal