Job Description:
Position Description: Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) – Certified Behavioral Specialist
REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary based on approved Certified Compensation Plan (Extended Work Calendar – 210 Days)
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
To model, coach and guide teachers in strategies to support student behaviors.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES: (essential functions)
Works to design training for new and continuing teachers in the use of evidence-based behavior interventions and supports
Assist district level and building level specialists, teachers, administrators, and other staff as
necessary to understand program area needs, innovations, strategies, etc.
Act as a liaison between the district and the Arizona Department of Education (ADE), institutes
of higher education, business partners, professional organizations and community groups as
related to the specific area
Serve as a model by demonstrating behavior strategies in the classroom when appropriate
Coordinate and facilitate professional development as needed for teacher and other staff in
the program area
Serve as the key communicator regarding programs to appropriate audiences
Provide leadership and work effectively as part of the teaching and learning team to enhance
cross-discipline integration
Coordinate the writing and revision of district curricula in the program area
Maintain and expand current knowledge of curricula and instructional innovations in the
program area
Report annually to district leadership on the impact/effectiveness of programming in the
specific program area
Maintain appropriate documentation
Work with parents and others in the community as necessary
Demonstrate knowledge of national, state and district standards and trends concerning
instructional methods, resources and strategies
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a variety of data-collection methods/tools and
the ability to apply the data to improve student outcomes
Understand the purpose and specifics of multi-tiered systems of support and serve as a guide to
the staff to effectively implement these systems
Model direct, explicit systematic instruction including effective teaching techniques and
strategies
Collect and interpret data, identify the function of behaviors, and develop behavior
intervention plans
Follow district policies as outlined
Perform related duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Effective communication, planning, organization, presentation and leadership skills
Strong commitment to continuous improvement
Support the MUSD mission and Governing Board goals
Willingness to work outside the traditional working hours and calendar of teachers, including
evenings, weekends and summers
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in areas such as mentoring, classroom management,
instruction, data-collection, and peer coaching
Function effectively as a team member
Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
Be flexible and adaptable to change
Positively accept direction
Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff and parents
Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
Share sensitive student and staff information on a need to know basis
Be a positive role model for students
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
AZ teaching certificate with special education and general education preferred
Five years of successful elementary classroom teaching with experience in specialized classrooms preferred
Master’s degree preferred
BCBA Certification preferred
Knowledge of and adherence to all policies, regulations and rules.
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER the Maricopa Unified School District 20 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. The Maricopa Unified School District 20 is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with title IX of The Education Amendments of 1972 and Sec. 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Applications and documentation requirements can be printed from our website at www.musd20.org
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