Internal Only Universal (Tier 1) Team Leader (1 Position)

Urbana School District #116•Urbana, IL

4d•$1,000 - $2,000

About The Position

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based, three-tiered framework to improve and integrate all of the data, systems, and practices affecting student outcomes every day. PBIS creates schools where all students succeed. Universal Tier I PBIS practices and systems establish a foundation of regular, proactive support while preventing unwanted behaviors. Universal supports are provided to all students, school-wide.

Requirements

Proven commitment to establishing a positive school climate through PBIS systems
Willingness to learn and be trained on the critical features of PBIS
Willingness to help lead the integration of classroom management practices into Universal Tier I systems
Ability to lead professional development activities at the building level
Ability to form strong professional relationships with colleagues
Ability to lead Universal Tier I activities in collaboration with the principal/administrative team and members of the school improvement team
Promote shared decision-making and the ability to work collaboratively with administrators, building team leaders, and classroom teachers
Ability to lead PBIS professional development activities that support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and Classroom Learning Communities (CLCs)
Current Illinois Professional Educator License

Responsibilities

Support and lead the school’s Universal PBIS team
Organize the monthly Universal PBIS team meeting, including but not limited to preparing agendas, notes, and minutes
Understand and champion the data, systems, and practices of PBIS
Build commitment within the school for PBIS implementation at all levels (Universal/Tier 1; Tier 2/Tier 3) and with multiple stakeholders (i.e., staff, students, families)
Plan for classroom lessons and support implementation in the building
Organize the data for decision-making and progress monitoring by the Universal Team
Plan for and facilitate the professional development of school staff regarding PBIS practices and systems
Provide support and assist with the implementation of the office discipline referral entry (i.e., Skyward) and universal support for students through Panorama.
Prepare for measuring the fidelity of PBIS implementation using the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI)
Participate in PBIS walkthroughs as requested by administration or Central office.
Collaborate regularly with the principal, the building administrative team, the building school improvement team, the Tier 2/Tier 3 team leader, and other building leadership.
Maintain the confidentiality and privacy of individual teachers and building team members.
Attend and participate in district summer professional development opportunities to build leadership capacity.
Attend district PBIS meetings as needed for planning, additional training, support, and resources.
Attend Program Council meetings.
Lead and champion professional development and instructional methods that support Core, Tier I, Tier 2/Tier 3 academics and behavior
Evaluate the effectiveness of PBIS practices and systems within the building leadership team and make adjustments as necessary.
Other duties as necessary to strengthen PBIS initiatives in the building