Roseburg Public Schools
Roseburg, Oregon
Position Description
OrRTI Implementation Coach
Title: Oregon Response to Intervention (OrRTI) Implementation Coach
Job Classification: Licensed, Teacher on Special Assignment
Reports to: Jill Weber, Administrative Coordinator
Working Conditions: Frequent statewide travel, occasional evening and weekend work, and a
minimum of 10 extended contract days during the summer. Frequent presentations requiring the
ability to stand for long periods and speak. Must have own car to provide transportation from
location to location on a frequent basis.
Job Goal:
As a member of the OrRTI project, the successful applicant will provide training, technical
assistance, and coaching to school districts participating in the OrRTI project. The goal of this
support is to develop district leadership capacity for implementing and sustaining successful RTI
systems. This work will be guided by the OrRTI Service Delivery Model that outlines a system
designed to meet the needs of all learners and establishes a framework for SLD decision-making.
The Implementation Coach’s primary areas of work include: 1. Supporting districts with the
implementation of RTI systems, through consultation and on-site coaching, 2. Organizing and
presenting at conferences and trainings hosted by OrRTI and other agencies, 3. Organizing and
hosting Lab School visits, and 4. Creating materials that enhance the project infrastructure and
training capacity.
Qualifications/Demonstrated Expertise:
1. 5 or more years experience as classroom teacher, instructional coach, special education
teacher, school psychologist or English Language Learner specialist, preferably within a
setting using an RTI model of service delivery
2. Extensive knowledge of RTI and Multi-tiered Systems of Support
3. Strong background in identification of learning disabilities
4. Strong background in school/district wide systems such as Positive Behavior Support
5. Expertise in curriculum and instruction, particularly in the areas of reading and math
6. Professional development and team facilitation skills
7. Collection, analysis and use of data for decision-making
8. Planning, developing and evaluating programs
9. Excellent written and oral communication skills
10. Excellent interpersonal skills with individuals, teams and groups
11. Problem-solving and action planning skills
12. Ability to collaborate effectively with OrRTI team members
13. Expertise in English Language Learners
Performance Responsibilities:
1. Work collaboratively with the OrRTI Director, Implementation Coaches, and support
staff to maintain consistency of service delivery practices, fidelity of implementation of
the OrRTI model, and clarity of message.
2. Train, coach and support districts with the implementation Response to Intervention
systems as defined in the OrRTI Service Delivery Model. Specific RTI components
include, but are not limited to:
a. Core curriculum and instructional practices
b. Comprehensive assessment systems, decision rules, and teaming structures using
data-based decision-making for screening, progress monitoring, and SLD
eligibility determinations
c. Research-based interventions
d. Effective leadership practices
3. Provide on-site professional development training to staff
4. Work with District Leadership Teams to build a sustainable infrastructure based on the
principles of implementation science
5. Assist with the planning, organization, and hosting of complex statewide trainings
6. Conduct presentations and other professional development activities with a high level of
professional rigor
7. Respond to ongoing requests for information, guidance, and support via email, telephone,
and site visits
8. Maintain open and direct communication with district representatives toward project
goals
9. Maintain excellent, detailed records of project activities, such as site visits, assessments,
and implementation documentation.
10. Development and support OrRTI Lab Schools, including training, facilitation of site
visits, and development of materials
11. Assist with various OrRTI projects, such as, but not limited to, training videos, operating
plans, support materials, webinars, and website development
12. Other duties as assigned