MTSS Manager

The MTSS Manager leads implementation of Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention systems across all Kindezi schools. This network-level leader ensures consistent, high-quality intervention processes aligned to instructional expectations through coaching and support to ensure student access to grade-level standards.

Reports to: Director of Exceptional Education Services

Network support to: EIP Teachers

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Screening & Analysis of Student Performance

• Lead the implementation of universal screening processes to ensure timely, accurate identification of all learners, including students in need of Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports, students approaching proficiency, and students who may require enrichment or advanced services.

• Analyze screening and progress monitoring data to identify trends, root causes, and student needs, and translate findings into actionable next steps for instruction and intervention.

• Facilitate data conversations with teachers and school leaders to support data-driven instructional decisions and grouping for intervention and enrichment.

• Ensure screening tools and processes are implemented with fidelity, including training staff and monitoring administration practices.

• Oversee the development and maintenance of data systems and trackers to monitor student progress, intervention effectiveness, and movement across tiers.

• Partner with school leadership to align screening, progress monitoring, and intervention planning within the MTSS framework and school-wide priorities.

• Coordinate school-wide assessment windows in alignment with MTSS needs, ensuring data is collected, analyzed, and used within appropriate timelines.

• Support the implementation and monitoring of Tier 1 instructional supports and interventions, ensuring core instruction is responsive to student data and reduces the need for more intensive interventions.

Academic and Behavioral Intervention

• Implement and monitor Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 academic and behavioral intervention systems in alignment with network expectations and school priorities.

• Analyze student data to support the development, implementation, and adjustment of targeted intervention plans, including clear goals, aligned strategies, and progress monitoring measures.

• Monitor the fidelity and effectiveness of interventions across tiers, using data to inform instructional adjustments and student movement between tiers.

• Facilitate MTSS/problem-solving meetings to guide teachers and leaders in making data-based decisions related to student supports and intervention grouping.

• Train and support teachers and EIP teachers in implementing high-quality Tier 1 supports and Tier 2/3 interventions, ensuring alignment to identified student needs.

• Support the implementation and monitoring of Tier 1 instructional supports, ensuring core instruction is responsive and reduces the need for more intensive interventions.

• Implement processes to track and evaluate MTSS effectiveness, including student progress, intervention outcomes, and overall system impact.

• Collaborate with SELTs to support referrals and documentation, ensuring decisions are grounded in MTSS data and prior interventions.

• Manage compliance-related processes, including Retention and Hospital/Homebound, in alignment with district and state guidelines.

• Support the onboarding and scheduling of EIP teachers, and provide ongoing coaching and development to ensure strong implementation.

• Conduct targeted observations and walkthroughs during intervention blocks and core instruction to monitor implementation and fidelity, and provide actionable feedback to teachers and leaders.

• Supervise and evaluate EIP teachers, ensuring high-quality implementation of targeted interventions aligned to student needs and grade-level standards.

• Conduct regular observations and provide actionable coaching and feedback to strengthen instructional practices and intervention delivery.

• Hold EIP teachers accountable for effective progress monitoring, documentation, and student outcomes.

• Lead ongoing data review cycles with EIP teachers and school leadership to monitor student progress and adjust supports as needed.

• Provide targeted training and coaching to EIP teachers, teachers, and leaders on MTSS implementation, intervention strategies, and data use.

• Build staff capacity to implement effective Tier 1 supports and Tier 2/3 interventions with fidelity.

• Support EIP teachers in developing aligned intervention plans that address identified skill gaps and accelerate student learning.

• Use data and problem-solving frameworks to identify and deliver professional development aligned to student needs and instructional priorities.

• Model effective instructional practices and intervention strategies to support strong implementation across classrooms and intervention settings.

• Ensure MTSS, 504, and EIP processes are implemented in alignment with state, district, and network requirements.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date MTSS and EIP documentation, including intervention plans, progress monitoring data, and student records.

• Partner with school leadership to ensure implementation of MTSS decisions and interventions with fidelity across classrooms.

• Coordinate and lead MTSS communication cycles with teachers, leaders, and families to ensure clarity of student supports and next steps.

• Collaborate with SELTs, counselors, social workers, and school leadership to align academic and behavioral supports for students.

• Manage systems that ensure clear roles, procedures, and documentation for effective MTSS implementation.

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Values that align with the Kindezi model and goals

• Dedicated, reflective thinker with a growth mindset

• High level of judgment: the supervisor is available to review established broad objectives and approve executive-level decisions

• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills

• Requires frequent contact with external personnel of influence and decision-making responsibility to discuss issues of moderate importance. Excellent interpersonal and networking skills are required for interacting and working with various levels of individuals

• Requires excellent written and verbal skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a United States citizen or otherwise have authorization to work in the United States

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field from an accredited institution (Master’s degree in Education or Education Leadership preferred)

• Have the ability to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Georgia Professional Teaching Certificate in appropriate content area and grade level

• Valid and obtain a GaPSC-issued clearance certificate

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Experience supporting intervention systems across multiple schools preferred

• Leadership and instructional coaching experience preferred

• Experience supervising instructional staff preferred
  

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

• Compensation aligned with The Kindezi Schools’ Instructional Support salary schedule

  • Salary is calculated based on full-time lead teacher and similar full-time experience

  • Georgia Professional Standards Commission GaPSC certification level

• Teacher Retirement System (TRS) pension, 403b plan, paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and short and long-term disability benefits.

JOB CLASSIFICATION:

• Work Days: Annual

• Salaried, Full-Time, Exempt