MTSS Implementation and Systems Specialist; SLD Project Regional Specialist

MTSS Implementation and Systems Specialist (SLD Support Project Regional Specialist)

The Specific Learning Disability Support Project is a federally funded grant project through the Illinois State Board of Education in partnership with Eastern Illinois University and Eastern Illinois Area of Special Education. The Specific Learning Disability Support Project aligns with IDEA’s purpose “…by supporting system improvement activities, coordinated research, personnel preparation, coordinated technical assistance, technology development and media services [to] ensure the effectiveness of efforts to educate children with disabilities.”

This project aims to reduce the achievement gap and offer training and resources to meet the educational needs of all students with specific learning disabilities. It also aims to increase reading and math skills and decrease achievement gaps by expanding upon the development of previous training materials to address “specially designed instruction” for students with specific learning disabilities, including, but not limited to, dyslexia.

The MTSS Implementation and Systems Specialist will work collaboratively with other SLDSP personnel to strengthen statewide implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for the accurate identification and support of students with specific learning disabilities (SLD). The primary focus of the position is to develop and deliver Illinois-aligned professional learning, practical guidance, and implementation resources addressing instruction, intervention, progress monitoring, data-based decision making, and SLD eligibility.

The specialist will contribute to the development and revision of an Illinois MTSS manual and microcredentials and provide technical assistance, coaching, and consultation to districts and joint agreements.

The primary work location for this position may be remote or at EIASE’s central office. This position requires travel throughout Illinois. The specialist will collaborate with project personnel on conference planning, statewide initiatives, and other shared project activities, and support the Project Manager in meeting program objectives and grant requirements.

• Master’s degree in special education, education, educational leadership, school psychology, curriculum and instruction, or a related field.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL), or another current state-issued professional license or nationally recognized professional credential in school psychology or a related education field relevant to the duties of this position.
• Five or more years of experience implementing or facilitating Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) or Response to Intervention (RTI), including monitoring and evaluating instruction and intervention across multiple tiers.
• Strong knowledge of data-based decision making, including universal screening, progress monitoring, goal setting, data analysis, and the use of data to make instructional and intervention decisions.
• Knowledge of specific learning disabilities (SLD), specially designed instruction, and the role of RTI/MTSS data in SLD identification and eligibility determination.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in reading, writing, and mathematics, including the use of targeted and intensive interventions for students who require additional support.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering high-quality professional learning for educators, administrators, instructional coaches, interventionists, and/or other school personnel.
• Two or more years of experience providing coaching, consultation, or technical assistance to educators, school teams, or district leadership related to MTSS, instruction, intervention, assessment, or school…