Regional Instructional Instructional Specialist - ACI Team - Catapult Learning, LLC

Specialized Instructional Services, Inc. (SESI)

Assessment, Curriculum, & Instruction Team (ACI)

Job Description

Director of Academics-ACI

Director of Academics-ACI:

The Director of Academics-ACI is responsible for four primary roles as a member of the SESI Schools ACI Team* (Assessment, Curriculum, & Instruction).  The goal of the SESI Schools ACI Team is to create MODEL programs company-wide based on evidence-based research for assessment, curriculum, and instruction.  The Director of Academics-ACI reports to the Senior Vice-President Academics. Regional Vice-Presidents and Regional Directors work in coordination with the Director of Academics-ACI to determine priorities for individual schools.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

1. Prioritize, train, and implement specific programs, materials, and methodologies according to a three-tiered system defined by student need and make recommendations for additional materials.
   1. Tier 1:  All students.
   2. Tier 2:  Some students (typically 2 years below grade level) who require increased specialization and individualization of instructional programming, strategies, and materials.
   3. Tier 3:  Specific students (typically three or more years below grade level who require research-based interventions designed to address specific skill deficits in a highly systematic and intensive manner. 
2. Support schools in training and implementation of all ACI initiatives through consultation, collaboration, and delivery of professional development aligned with the “Model Manual for Data-based Individualization and Intensive Academic Interventions.”   
3. Collaborate with Program Directors on development of the Individual School Plan (ISP); monitor progress towards stated goals; and obtain resources to assist schools in achieving the goals.
4. Coach school leaders, teachers, and assistant teachers on effective strategies to implement High Leverage Practices (HLPs) in the school setting.

In addition to acting in this capacity, the Director of Academics-ACI conducts regular on-site school visits to provide training on a variety of resources and ensure quality control and implementation.  Monitoring implementation of the ACI Compliance Evaluation; ABLE Lesson/Unit Plan; 4-Step Student Plans; Top 12/Top 10 Classroom Essentials/Quality Standards; Daily Plans; Quarterly Performance Standards; Core 4 Assessments; Quarterly IEP Progress Tracking; Individual School Plans (ISPs) and Action Plans are examples of metrics utilized to ensure uniform quality programs across all schools. 

Other Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement professional development accord to region, school, and individual needs. 
2. Attend all meetings for The ACI Directors Team.
3. Assist schools in analyzing all assessment data and collaborate with school teams to make instructional decisions based on data.
4. Collaborate with school teams to analyze and improve Evidence of Quality Index (EQI) outcomes.   
5. Participate in scheduled EQI/ACI team calls, as appropriate.
6. Utilize Educational Quality Index (EQI) data to identify ACI priorities for each school.
7. Complete weekly log of school contacts and submit to SVP Academics each month. 
8. Collaborate with Senior Vice-President Academics, Director of Educational Technology, and Director of Quality Assurance, as needed, to make data-based decisions and select appropriate interventions. 
9. Conduct ACI “Boot Camps” regionally and participate in centralized ACI training as new initiatives (e. g. High Leverage Practices) are introduced to all schools. 
10. Participate in weekly ACI Director Team calls.
11. Develop Measurement by Objectives (MBOs) each year based on ACI outcome measures; review quarterly. 
12. Conduct formal observations and model fidelity checklists (OWL) as needed.
13. Manage and approve print and web-based orders for the schools and submit for budget approval each year. 

BEHAVIOR SUPPORT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in PBIS/CASE behavioral training provided by SVP Behavior and/or other members of the Behavior Support team.

• Support and coach teachers on PBIS/CASE strategies as part of ACI training.
• Model and utilize PBIS/CASE strategies and language (as appropriate) while in the classroom setting.  
• Participate in regularly scheduled coaching sessions with SVP Behavior during ACI RIS meeting as needed.
• Note areas of concern regarding PBIS/CASE implementation and take those concerns to director for follow-up and possible discussion at ACI Team meeting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• possess a working knowledge of the SESI ACI Model & Process including 4-Step Students Plans, IEP tracking, and Daily Plans for example. 
• have a minimum of one year teaching or leadership experience with SESI. 
• currently certified in special education.  
• be proficient in the use of technology programs and systems (i. e. ABLE, i-Ready, IXL, etc.).
• have advanced status according to the most recent formal observation if currently in a teaching position.
• possess excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills. 
• be coachable and willing to learn from other members of the ACI team.  
• be willing and able to travel among schools on a regular basis.