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Instructional Specialist, Community Schools

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Instructional Spec CODE: 0833 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Instructional Specialist, Community Schools GRADE: BD MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under the direction of the Supervisor of Community Schools, in the office of Student Engagement and Behavioral Health, the instructional specialist supports the implementation of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Community Schools initiatives in accordance with the Blueprint for Maryland¿s Future at assigned Community School Clusters. The instructional specialist implements professional development for staff and supports sustainable in-school programs in the area assigned. This role is responsible for supporting Community School initiatives within the MCPS Strategic Plan and the Blueprint for Maryland¿s Future (Pillar 4) including assisting individual schools with fidelity of implementation, impact analysis, and application. The instructional specialist will be a member of the district steering committee for community schools and subcommittee lead.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of MCPS policies and regulations and strategic priorities related to Community Schools. Familiarity with the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. Knowledge of integrated well-being best practices. Experience with culturally responsive parent engagement or teaching and learning Working knowledge of agencies and community organizations that are relevant partners to the work of the office. Ability to plan, lead and support training activities. Ability to plan and implement workshops, adult learning, and professional development opportunities for small and large groups. Adept at data analysis and support in meeting planning goals. Demonstrated skill as an effective mentor to teachers. Considerable knowledge of child development and learning. Working knowledge of Community Schools and the components mentioned above in supporting student learning and well-being. Ability to engage with families and community organizations/agencies to support the Community Schools initiative. Knowledge about a variety of instructional and behavioral management strategies appropriate to the needs of students in Community Schools.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in education, social work, public policy, human services, or related social sciences preferred. Documented experience with program implementation. Two years or more experience in community outreach and organizing preferred. Experience working with a diverse group of students in settings related to physical, social and psychological well-being. Demonstrated experience implementing school programming and conducting training and/or professional development. Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, coaching and nurturing teachers, and community stakeholders. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Holds a current Maryland state standard and advanced professional certificate in social work, school counseling, pupil personnel worker, physical/occupational therapy, speech-language pathologist, Administrator I, or teacher.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) This is a grant supported position through the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. Required to plan and attend school meetings and events aligned with the Community School initiatives along with programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by MCEA contract.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Note: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or ability associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the core job elements.)
Serves as a member and supports the central-based team with the focus of supporting the Community Schools staff at local site.

Reviews and supports comprehensive needs assessment focused on educational programming and wrap-around services for students including (but not limed to): extended learning for students in out-of-school time opportunities including before and after care, expansion of school-based health and wellness services for students, supporting and coordinating the enhancement of behavioral health services, coordinating opportunities for family and community engagement and support services for families, coordinating school enrichment experiences, supports/programs to improve student attendance and training for school staff and community partners.

Engages community partners that provide wrap-around services for students and their families and collaborates with organizations and agencies that provide these resources to schools.

Facilitates professional development opportunities for school staff, parents, and other stakeholders in the key focus areas of the Community Schools initiative.

Helps to design and lead professional learning opportunities, aligned with anti-racist practices and culturally inclusive engagement, related to student well-being for Community School staff and school teams to foster change in adult practice and support student learning and performance

Collaborates stakeholders to address identified issues.

Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, MCPS policy and administrative regulation.

Assists the Community Schools supervisor in implementing all policies and rules governing the school in accordance with contract language in the MCEA contract.

Under reasonable terms, is accessible for Community Schools-related purposes outside the instructional day.

Establishes relationships with school teams, colleagues, students, parents, and community in a culture of respect.

Attends meetings and serves on staff committees as required.

Engages in on-going professional learning and development related to effective Community Schools models.

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Class Established: 7/2024
Date(s) Revised:
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.