JOB TITLE : Resource Teacher/Dean of Students - Milford Mill Academy

REPORTS TO: Principal

DEFINITION : Support the instructional and administrative leader of the school, assuming a major role in providing guidance, consultation, and professional development to staff in managing student behavior in positive ways so that student behavior and student achievement improve. Assist with attendance. Perform other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :

Assist in the development and implementation of a school code of conduct and a school wide behavior management plan
Assist staff with the development and implementation of individual student behavior management plans
Survey staff to determine specific behavior management training needs
Purchase and set up a discipline tracking programs to assist administrators and staff in tracking student behavior data
Serve as trainer in cooperative and positive behavior management for all staff
Design and assist teachers and counselors in implementing strategies and learning activities to teach students social skills, self control, self discipline, and how to be totally responsible for their behaviors
Assist counselors with the implementation of a student behavior modification program
Provide ongoing intensive behavior management training and classroom support for teaching requesting and needing the support
Assist the principal in supervising and evaluating the effectiveness of the implementation of the behavior management plan
Assist in coordinating the behavior management program of the school in conjunction with the appropriate school and central office staff
Communicate effectively with administrative and supervisory personnel, staff, students, parents, and community
Write reports relative to behavior data, etc.
Serve as a liaison in coordinating supportive services to help meet student and family needs
Assist school administrators in monitoring and assessing student behavior data to determine the effectiveness of support services and training being provided for staff, students, and parents
Assist school administrators with student attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree; plus five years of successful teaching experience, which included two years as a content leader, department chair, or demonstrated leadership experience at the school level.

Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate is required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
Skill and experience with the school improvement process
Skill and experience in the use and analysis of school performance data
Skill and experience in the use of information and instructional technology
Outstanding oral and written communication skills

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS: Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is committed to providing the highest quality education to BCPS students and staff while ensuring the health and safety of its students, employees, customers, clients, contractors, interns, and other visitors. BCPS strongly encourages all persons to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. Information about accessing COVID-19 vaccines and boosters can be found at https://coronavirusvaccineoutreach-bc-gis.hub.arcgis.com/. Detailed information about BCPS' COVID-19 mitigation plan and requirements can be found at https://www.bcps.org/covid19

FLSA Status : Exempt

Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System.

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $106. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information
Wendy Gigler
HR Officer, Staffing Team
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-6008
Email: wgigler@bcps.org