Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support Consultant

The Southeast Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) has been housed on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University since 1996. The Center serves approximately 84 school districts in the southeast region. RPDC personnel provide training programs for the teachers and administrators throughout the area on a continuous basis.

Primary Responsibilities

• Actively support the district-wide development of effective implementation of the Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support (SW-PBS) process to:
  • Increase students' in-class time for academic instruction
  • Reduce disciplinary office referrals and disciplinary incidents resulting in detention and in- and out-of-school suspensions or students
  • Assist in the development of lifelong social behavior skills
• Work directly with districts/schools implementing MO SW-PBS at the building level by:
  • Supporting the development of leadership and collaborative teams
  • Providing on-site support to districts and schools to promote implementation fidelity
  • Providing technical assistance with required and recommended evaluation tools
  • Provide support in analyzing and monitoring formative and summative data to promote collective inquiry, problem solving, and goal setting
  • Providing support for developing and using quality formative student assessments to drive instruction
  • Providing technical assistance for developing a systemic, tiered-level intervention process responsive to the needs of all learners
  • Providing assistance through the collection of required documents for districts and schools working toward SW-PBS Bronze, Silver, and/or Gold recognition
  • Providing support as a member of a CST for implementing SW-PBS or an integrated academic/behavioral model within the DCI framework
  • Developing a cohort of trained in-district coaches to ensure SW-PBS, or movement toward an integrated academic/behavioral model, is implemented with fidelity and sustainability
• Engage in collaborative efforts as requested by DESE:
  • Assisting in the development of materials and resources with RPDC and/or other DESE staff
  • Participating in collaborative planning meetings with other RPDC and/or DESE staff for identified district and school improvement
  • Facilitating district and SW-PBS consultant utilization of the Missouri Virtual Learning Platform

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related area, Master's Degree is a plus
• Minimum 5 years of successful recent teaching experience
• Demonstrate effective meeting management and processes/protocols
• Knowledge of curriculum development, coaching, presenting, consulting, and facilitation skills
• Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to use technology to enhance professional development including virtual technologies and synchronous, on-line instruction
• Knowledge of the methodology and implementation processes relative to Missouri SW-PBS
• Knowledge of effective professional development standards for adult learners
• Knowledge of research-based effective teaching/learning practices including those most effective for students with disabilities
• Integrate of district and school improvement efforts
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong facilitation skills in working with cross-functional teams
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing regarding technical and other information
• Ability to manage multiple priorities through strong organizational skills
• Ability and means to travel in the state of Missouri on a regular basis

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by July 11, 2025. The position will be available August 1, 2024 and will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Complete the online application by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page. You will need to submit the following in order for your application materials to be complete:

• letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
• current resume
• names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date, if not previously submitted