PLC & Tiered System of Support Coordinator Posting Begin Date: 2025/07/10 Posting End Date: 2025/07/23 Category: Education Sub Category: K-12 Work Type: Full Time Location: Boise, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 30.29 Maximum Salary: 38.25 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description Idaho Department of Education This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. Please note: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. The Idaho Department of Education (Department) is dedicated to serving and providing common-sense leadership, support, and resources to educators across the state. The knowledge, skills, and experience of the Department’s employees are among our most valued and important assets. Employment with the Department provides a rewarding career that positively affects the lives of children in Idaho. To learn more, please visit our website at http://www.sde.idaho.gov/. The Professional Learning Community (PLC) and Tiered System of Supports (RtI/MTSS) position develops supports, provides onsite and virtual training, and assists with the implementation of evidence-based strategies to increase school and district effectiveness through the use of the Professional Learning Community model. This position coordinates federally-funded and state-funded initiatives, with a focus on schoolwide systems of intervention for Idaho students. This position will work closely with other SDE departments in providing direct support to Idaho schools. This is a full-time position serving under an appointment of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Provide virtual and face-to-face professional development to LEA’s & schools for high-quality implementation of the Professional Learning Community (PLC) model. Emphasis is placed on face-to-face, onsite training (and modeling) for school leaders, leadership teams, and groups of teachers. · Assist building leaders and school personnel in the development of the Response to Intervention (RtI) or Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). Includes coordinated delivery of information, training, and technical assistance that builds capacity for statewide implementation of RtI/MTSS through research-based practices. · Support the development and implementation of clear and achievable methods for collecting evidence of impact in alignment with PLC and RtI/MTSS. Heavy focus on the use of formative assessment to guide instructional decision making · Support the improvement of academic achievement and growth on statewide assessments by building the capacity of districts to implement coordinated, intensive interventions for at-risk students. · In coordination with the Director of Content and Curriculum, guide building leaders in a review of curriculum (both ELA and Math) effectiveness · In coordination with the Director of Content and Curriculum, help building leaders consider changes to core, supplemental, and intervention curriculum (both ELA and Math) as appropriate · Work directly with school and district leadership teams to use resources, strategies, assessments, and evaluation procedures to adequately address local needs. This includes working with the Curriculum/Content team and Assessment/Accountability team to ensure the use of reliable formative assessment tools to measure progress toward identified academic goals. · Provide professional development and support to SDE staff in the best practices of the PLC and RtI/MTSS models, including assistance incorporating these practices into content and program-specific school and district supports. · Collaborate with other SDE departments in bridging resources, knowledge, and experience to align SDE services to districts and schools. · Work directly with and support Federal Programs staff in working with technical assistance to schools, designated as Comprehensive Support and Improvement Underperforming (CSIUp), · Comprehensive Support and Improvement Grad (CSI-Grad), Comprehensive Support and Improvement Re-identified (CSI-R), Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI), and Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (ATSI). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: · Background implementing and leading the PLC process within the school setting. · Experience implementing and leading an evidence-based tiered system within the school setting. · Ability to articulate and demonstrate a strong understanding of PLCs and RtI/MTSS models and best practices, including analyzing evidence, identifying areas for improvement, and providing action steps for improvement. · Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in related area of education. · Five or more years in public education as a teacher or administrator. · Ability to understand and synthesize educational research. · Clear understanding of the use of formative assessment data in the PLC/RtI/MTSS process. · Experience developing and revising building-level and/or LEA-level Strategic Plans. · Ability to understand and synthesize educational research in the field of School Improvement. · Ability to communicate articulately through writing, speaking, and public presenting with a variety of stakeholder groups. This includes composing business documents and grants, creation of presentations, and frequent email communication. · Ability to manage budgets and track expenditures in accordance with federal, state and program requirements, under the direction and guidance of the Content and Curriculum Director. · Work effectively as a member of a team, promote team goals and maintain team climate. · Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with school districts, advisory, and community groups. · Ability to travel to provide technical assistance and training throughout the state. Desired Qualifications: · Successful experience leading PLC teams in the K-12 education setting. · Experience participating in the CSI-Up process, as a school administrator or school staff. · Successfully led a school/District through the CSI-Up process. · Graduate-level coursework or degree in Educational Leadership or School Improvement. · Experience as a school or district administrator or building team leader. · Current Endorsement in Teaching and/or Administration. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (with or without reasonable accommodation) This position requires the ability to perform the following physical and job-related tasks: · Operate standard office equipment such as a computer, telephone, copier, and scanner. · Perform general administrative duties including typing, filing, answering phones, processing paperwork, and assembling office materials. · Read, review, and process both printed and digital documents. · Navigate websites and online systems; identify and respond to safety concerns; greet and assist visitors. · Maintain focus and attention to detail for extended periods. · Understand, communicate, and follow through on program support tasks and responsibilities. · Approximately 90% of time is spent sitting at a desk or workstation, up to 4 hours at a time. · Approximately 10% of time is spent standing, walking, bending, or kneeling. · Occasionally lift items, typically weighing under 5 lbs., and occasionally up to 20 lbs. TRAVEL REQUIRED: This position requires approximately 25% travel time throughout the state for training, monitoring and face-to-face interactions with Idaho schools. BENEFITS: The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.* ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDE: Vesting in the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI): All employees of the Idaho Department of Education are non-classified. They are appointed by the elected official and serve at the pleasure of the elected official. As such, employees working at a non-classified agency are considered vested in the PERSI retirement system after five (5) consecutive months of service, versus five (5) years of service at a classified agency. Tuition Fee Waiver: All Idaho Department of Education employees in permanent full-time positions may register for instructional courses during any academic period, at any participating state funded institutions of higher education, for a $20.00 nonrefundable registration fee per semester and $5.00 per credit hour charge. TO APPLY: To apply for this position, please submit 1.) a customized letter of interest, 2.) a resume, and 3) a list of three professional references. Attach the resume to your online application. Insert your letter of interest and references into the space provided in the questions section of the application. Your letter of interest should specifically address how your education, training and work experience meet the responsibilities, qualifications, and required skills of the position. A writing sample, such as a letter of interest, provides an opportunity to evaluate your writing skills as well as your ability to demonstrate you meet the qualifications of the position. Your resume must clearly support the information provided in your letter of interest. A resume does not substitute for a letter of interest. Applications that do not include a letter of interest will not be accepted. EEO/ADA/VETERAN: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.