Early Childhood MTSS Coordinator (GSRP) – 1.0 FTE
Plymouth, Wayne County, Michigan, 48170, USA
Listed on 2026-08-19
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Early Childhood MTSS Coordinator (GSRP)
LOCATION:
P-CCS GSRP Classrooms
JOB SUMMARY:
The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Coordinator for GSRP (Great Start Readiness Program) classrooms is designed to oversee, implement, and monitor a comprehensive, multi-tiered framework of academic, social-emotional, and behavioral supports. The MTSS Coordinator will collaborate closely with GSRP classroom teachers, Early Childhood Administrator, and families to ensure that all preschool students receive the high-quality instruction and targeted interventions necessary for success.
This role focuses heavily on early intervention, data-driven decision-making, and coaching teaching staff on evidence-based practices tailored for four-year-old learners within the GSRP framework. As a grant-funded position, the MTSS Coordinator supports the implementation of grant requirements and program goals established by GSRP and Wayne RESA, helping to ensure equitable access to high-quality instruction and intervention services for all students.
The continuation of this position is contingent upon the availability of grant funding.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Certification
- Required:
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, School Psychology, or a closely related field.
- Preferred:
Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or Educational Leadership.
- Preferred:
Valid state teaching certificate with an Early Childhood (ZA/ZS) endorsement, or professional license in school social work, counseling, or school psychology. Experience
- Required:
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of successful classroom teaching experience in an early childhood setting (GSRP, Head Start, or state-funded preschool preferred).
- Required:
Demonstrated experience with MTSS, Response to Intervention (RTI), or Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) frameworks.
- Preferred:
Experience coaching adult educators, facilitating professional learning, or leading multi-disciplinary school teams. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Deep understanding of child development, developmentally appropriate practice (DAP), and GSRP program requirements.
- Proficiency in administering and analyzing early childhood assessments (e.g., ASQ, COR Advantage, TS Gold, CLASS).
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills, with a proven ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse staff and families.
- Strong organizational skills and proficiency in using technology for data tracking and presentation. Background & Compliance
- Must pass a comprehensive finger-printed criminal background check and central registry clearance.
- Must meet all licensing requirements set forth by the state licensing agency for childcare/preschool settings.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES: MTSS Framework Coordination & Leadership
- Lead the implementation of the Early Childhood MTSS (EC-MTSS) model across all GSRP classrooms, aligning practices with the GSRP Implementation Manual and state guidelines.
- Facilitate regular MTSS data-review and child-study meetings with teaching teams to identify students in need of Tier 2 (targeted) or Tier 3 (intensive) interventions.
- Establish and refine referral pathways, progress-monitoring protocols, and intervention exit criteria.
- Integrate social-emotional frameworks, such as the Pyramid Model for Supporting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children, into the daily GSRP structure.
2. Data Analysis, Assessment & Progress Monitoring
- Oversee the administration of universal screening tools (e.g., ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2) and GSRP-approved child assessment tools (e.g., COR Advantage or TS Gold).
- Analyze school-wide, classroom, and individual student assessment data to identify trends, achievement gaps, and systemic support needs.
- Guide teachers in collecting, graphing, and interpreting formative assessment and behavioral data to measure the effectiveness of specific interventions.
3. Teacher Coaching, Support & Professional Development
- Provide job-embedded coaching, side-by-side modeling, and consultation to GSRP teachers and associate teachers on Tier 1 (universal) classroom management, environment design, and differentiated instruction.
- Collaborate with teachers to design, implement, and track individualized behavior support plans (IBSPs) and academic tier interventions.
- Plan and deliver professional development sessions on positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), trauma-informed practices, and early literacy/math strategies.
4. Family Engagement & Collaborative Advocacy
- Partner with families to explain the MTSS process, share developmental data, and provide strategies for home-based support.
- Serve as the primary liaison between GSRP classrooms, local school districts, special education teams, and community mental health/developmental resources.
- Facilitate transition-to-kindergarten planning for students receiving intensive Tier 2 or Tier 3…
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