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Job Title: Executive Director, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support  and Requisition ID number: 103471

Close Date: 11:59 PM on  

Organizational Unit:  Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (10001775) 

Site:  Davis Center (0001) 

FTE:  1.0 FTE, @ 40 Hrs/WK, 52 Weeks; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union:  Non-Represented(44) 

Functional Area:  Administrative 

Salary Range:  $164,221  - $205,277  

Benefits:  Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

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SUMMARY

The Executive Director, MTSS and School Improvement provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and district-wide coordination of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Framework and continuous improvement processes. This role is responsible for advancing student achievement by aligning interventions, school improvement initiatives, and data-driven practices across all schools. The Executive Director oversees MTSS staff, including School Improvement Specialists, Instructional Specialists, and Peer Assistance and Review (PAR) Mentors, and leads the development of professional learning related to data systems such as Educlimber. The position collaborates closely with internal departments, public agencies, and community partners to promote data literacy, support instructional effectiveness, and expand best practices. As a key leader in the Office of the Deputy Superintendent, this role ensures system coherence, staff capacity building, and effective implementation of district priorities to promote equitable outcomes for all students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides district leadership and implementation of the MPS Multi-Tiered System of Supports Framework and a Cycle of Continuous Improvement for students, staff, and buildings.
• Oversees the creation and implementation of professional learning of district data-collecting systems, including Educlimber.
• Collaborates with departments, divisions, and schools to compile, review, and disseminate assessment data, ensuring district-wide data literacy and informed decision-making.
• Provides district oversight of and support for school improvement efforts; develops recommendations to improve effectiveness of instruction in schools.
• Collaborates with MPS district and building staff teams on needs assessments, performance targets, and program implementation and evaluation; evaluates effectiveness, interprets and explains program policies and procedures, and documents meeting issues and observations.
• Directs MTSS staff and activities, including School Improvement Specialists, Instructional Specialists, and PAR Mentors; exercises independent judgement within broad policy guidelines; and recommends and implements solutions.
• Provides leadership, direction, and guidance in strategies, systems, and priorities for intervention.
• Directs the work of staff; develops priorities and assigns tasks and projects; assures that appropriate and reliable services are provided, and goals are defined and achieved; developed staff skills and training plans and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, schedules, workload, critical concerns, and technical issues.
• Collaborates with other MPS departments, public agencies (including the Minnesota Department of Education), and community organizations to expand and improve services and best practices for improving student achievement.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment 
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

• Valid MN Teaching License AND
• Master’s degree in education, AND
• A minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience, AND
• Experience leading school improvement efforts in a K-12 educational setting and/or instructional coaching; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Knowledge of:

• Evidence-based multi-tiered systems of support in Pre-K-12 educational settings, including tiers of support for intervention and enrichment in both academics and socioemotional learning.
• Evidence-based instructional coaching practices and systems.
• Evidence-based instructional practices and frameworks for teacher evaluation.
• Strong systems of school improvement to achieve intended outcomes for students
• All applicable laws and regulatory issues governing assessment in public education, including rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Education and other governing agencies.
• Rules and regulations of the US Department of Education and the 1965 Elementary and Secondary Education Act reauthorized as ESSA.
• Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including budgeting, purchasing, grants, customer service and employee supervision.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.
• Principles of record keeping, records management, and management of confidential records.
• Customer service and public relations methods and practices.

Skill in:

• Interpreting, and applying state and Federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations. Researching, collecting, generating, analyzing, preparing and interpreting data and reports.
• Evaluating and assessing data and making appropriate recommendations.
• Assessing, analyzing, and identifying problems, and recommending effective solutions.
• Researching, collecting, analyzing, and preparing data and generating reports.
• Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and evaluating staff performance.
• Providing effective customer service, and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, advocates and representatives from community groups and government agencies
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
  
  

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Current Minnesota Teaching License
• A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION

• Bargaining Unit:       Non-Represented
• Grade:                    E19
• FLSA Status:          Exempt
• Job Group:             Academics
• Date:                      July 30, 2025

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Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready.  Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

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