Elementary Intervention Learning Specialist

Rocketship Public Schools • Nashville, TN

2d • $21 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Position As an Intervention Learning Specialist, you’ll be an integral part of our grade level team(s), working closely with teachers to ensure all students succeed. You’ll lead your own homeroom cohort, fostering a supportive and productive environment where students engage in age-appropriate activities, developmental play, and small-group academic interventions. Your responsibilities include facilitating online learning programs, leading whole-group instruction, and providing tiered interventions to meet diverse student needs. You’ll also prepare and internalize lesson plans, gaining valuable hands-on experience similar to that of a Lead Teacher. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in collaborative, energetic environments with consistent activity levels (our Learning Lab often hosts two classes at a time). Whether you’re aspiring to become a teacher or looking to make a meaningful impact in education, this is the perfect opportunity to grow and develop your skills. Location: Rocketship Nashville Northeast - 2526 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN 37207

Requirements

• Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals
• Passion for working with children; ability to motivate and support children in reaching high levels of academic success
• Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members
• Basic computer skills including troubleshooting and an ability to communicate about technical difficulties
• Ability to efficiently interpret, manage, and utilize multiple sets of data in order to best support students' progress
• Ability to learn laws, rules, practices and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Education
• Fluency in English
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

• Interest in becoming a credentialed teacher is a plus, but not required.
• Bachelor's Degree is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Motivate students to participate in learning activities; create a positive student culture around centers, developmental play and small group tutoring; maintain high behavioral expectations for all students
• Ensure that students have access to a joyful but productive learning environment by enforcing all campus safety rules and behavior expectations
• Actively guide students in collaborative centers through observation and group discussion
• Tutor small groups of students on literacy and/or math skills; use Rocketship-adopted curricula to deliver lessons which align to students' Individualized Learning Plans
• Conduct monthly progress monitoring assessments of progress for students participating in intervention; communicate progress monitoring results to families and classroom teachers; work with grade level teams to interpret progress monitoring data and use it to make intervention decisions for students
• Communicate and collaborate with the teachers at their grade level, and school administrators; participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the Rocketship team
• Maintain all Learning Lab materials including centers, computer equipment and accessories

Benefits

• Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
• Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
• Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
• Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees