Area Elementary School_ Multi -Tiered System of Support Specialist; MTSS; Laurel Ridge ES

Laurel Ridge Elementary School is seeking an experienced Multi‑Tiered System of Support Specialist (MTSS) for the 2026‑2027 school year. Position Type:
Support Staff (Academic Coaches, MTSS, etc.). Date Posted: 6/16/2026. Job .

Multi‑Tiered System of Support Specialist (MTSS)

Grade:

E. Salary Schedules:

Oversee and support the implementation of the Multi‑Tiered System of Supports framework by providing training, consultation, and support to school personnel. Manage the Response to Intervention process to ensure the academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional needs of students are met. Work independently with minimal supervision, applying intermediate‑level knowledge as an experienced individual contributor.

• Manage and monitor the caseload of students in the Response to Intervention (RTI) process, ensuring intervention fidelity and appropriate steps are taken to improve student achievement.
• Collaborate with district‑level and school‑level staff to support early intervention strategies and provide support to teachers and stakeholders.
• Schedule, organize, and facilitate meetings with parents, teachers, and other stakeholders to discuss student progress and interventions.
• Provide direct support and training to teachers on the implementation of interventions for effective execution.
• Monitor the fidelity of implementation of Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) at the school level for both behavioral and academic interventions.
• Serve as an intermediary between students, teachers, and parents by communicating progress and concerns effectively.
• Input data into relevant systems to track student progress while maintaining accurate records.
• Attend job‑related training sessions for professional development in educational strategies and policies.
• Identify problems and resolve moderately complex issues as they arise.
• Make minor modifications to processes to enhance the performance of the department as appropriate.
• Ensure that all activities are conducted in compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from a Professional Standards Commission–approved accredited college or university is required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of successful classroom teaching, supervisory level education administration, or closely related experience required.
• Valid Professional Standards Commission–approved certificate in the appropriate educational field at level T‑4 or above, or a valid certificate in counseling, psychology, or social work at level S‑5 or above required.
• Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Facilitator Endorsement or Student Support Team (SST) Coordinator Endorsement preferred.

The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.