EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE COACH #00032897

South Central Regional Professional Develop Center

The Education Department at Missouri S&T prepares future educators through hands-on teacher education programs, bridging the gap between K-12 and university learning. Known for its collaborative, social atmosphere, the department encourages open communication, flexibility, and community-building through traditions like "Taste-test Tuesdays." Faculty & Staff support one another through shared teaching insights, flexible schedules, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. With resources like the Child Development Center and the South Central RPDC, the department provides opportunities for travel, professional growth, and community impact. Faculty engage in educational research and active learning, guiding students to become reflective, high-standard educators who contribute meaningfully to local schools and beyond.

The purpose School-wide Positive Behavior Support (SW-PBS) Consultant is to assist Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in establishing and maintaining effective social/behavioral systems to improve academic performance and social behavior for all students. The expected outcome for this effort is to build the capacity of district level personnel, district and building administrators, and teachers to develop and sustain the SW-PBS framework by providing effective training, materials, and support services. In doing so, district leadership teams (DLTs) and building leadership teams (BLTs) will be formed. Teams will receive just-in time, just-as-needed training and support as they build multi-tiered systems of behavioral support.

Consultants/Specialists will:

• Collaborate with DESE and SW-PBS Consultants throughout the state to provide consistent and high-quality standards for implementing the SW-PBS framework in districts and schools.
• Collaborate with other DESE initiatives (e.g. DCI and DCI-MTSS) to provide effective and efficient supports to districts and schools.
• Ensure all districts/buildings identified for recognition are districts/buildings that have signed partnership agreements and are currently implementing the work of the initiative. Professional Development Activities
• Provide training and support to identified districts and schools implementing the MO SW PBS framework.
• Assist identified districts and schools in monitoring and evaluating the fidelity and implementation level of the DW-PBS and/or SW-PBS framework using DESE-approved tools.
• Assist LEAs in determining training needs and in procuring Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) center personnel to provide High-Quality Professional Development (HQPD) for training on the identified set of effective educational practices.
• Assist identified districts and schools in the collection and analysis of data.
• Provide support, as indicated by LEA need, in leadership components of PBS.
• Provide training and coaching, using DW-PBS and/or SW-PBS materials and resources collaboratively planned and coordinated with other RPDC consultants for identified district and school improvement.
• SW-PBS Consultants may be expected to serve on a DCI Coaching Support Team (CST) to provide training and coaching on SW-PBS activities, as assigned by DESE. All Trainings: All trainings provided must be advertised using the same title and description provided by DESE to ensure consistency across the state. Individuals are expected to participate in developing, refining, and/or revising training and support materials when requested by the SW-PBS State Coordinator or DESE. Individuals are expected to participate in team coaching practices including coaching preparation, facilitation of feedback and solution dialogue, and adhere to an established plan of coaching.
• Participate in trainings for newly hired SW-PBS consultants, as requested by SW-PBS State Coordinator. Attend and actively participate in statewide monthly resource, support, and training meetings, as designated by the master calendar. Attend, participate, and present at the annual Summer Institute as requested. Participate in state professional development opportunities applicable to SW-PBS as requested and approved.

Required Travel: Positive Behavior Support Consultantsw are limited to travel inside their region and neighboring RPDC regions with the exception of attendance at DESE-required activities/meetings/conferences.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Psychology, behavior analysis, and factors that affect application of behavior principles in schools for all students
• Classroom management
• Function-based thinking (FBT) and Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
• Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) Effective meeting management and processes/protocols
• Curriculum development
• Coaching, presenting, consulting, and facilitating skills
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving processes
• Leadership skills
• Use of technology to enhance professional development including virtual technologies and synchronous, online instruction
• Development of high-quality professional development
• Accurate and timely preparation of reports and progress logs o Effective communication skills including face-to-face, virtual communication, and use of social media o Family and community involvement

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $53,976 - $69,576 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: 9E
University Title: EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE COACH
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

KUMMER COLLEGE
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE) and Kummer Student Programs.

COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)
Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.

COLLEGE of ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE)
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

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