High School Math Academic Interventionist (Roosevelt)

Des Moines Public School District•Des Moines, IA

16h

About The Position

Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as a Math Interventionist. This position will start in August 2026. Please note: The posted salary is drawn from the 25-26 Salary Schedule as the 26-27 Salary Schedule is not yet final. TITLE: High School Math Interventionist (Title I) POSTION TYPE: TCHR HIRING SPECIFICATIONS: : 5-12 Math endorsement Experience with data literacy and ability to analyze and report data Experience leading professional development or experience as a PLC lead Experience in planning, implementing, and integrating supports for tiered intervention needs BASIC FUNCTION: The math interventionist serves students in a Title I Target and Schoolwide program with targeted reasons for at risk students for tiered support within the school’s MTSS. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the teaching and learning department ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coordinate and provide strategic supplemental academic instruction to meet the individual needs of students. Identify students in need of supplemental interventions to support core instruction. Collaborate with classroom teachers, administration, and families to identify best practices for individual and small groups of students. Plan and teach interventions based on the learning needs of students using high quality materials based in research and aligned to CRA (concrete, representational, abstract) and recommendations of the NCTM (National Council for Teachers of Mathematics). Monitor student learning daily. Use multiple data points to guide group and individualize instruction. Uses data to provide instruction to students and to support access to core instruction, including foundational skill building as well as just-in-time learning tied to core standards. Ensure intervention sequence aligns with classroom instruction and building MTSS. Document interventions in Panorama Students success and record monitoring data there. Use graphs and progress monitoring data to make instructional decisions. Participate in professional learning communities, mathematical strategies training for staff, and ongoing professional development opportunities for Interventionists. Assist in the planning and implementation of building professional development. Communicate with families on a regular basis. Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards Attend appropriate PLCs as stated by building administration to coordinate interventions and support. Reports holistic and aggregated data on student progress in intervention during building quarterly reviews. ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position): Attend work on a prompt and regular basis. Maintain confidentiality. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees. Assist with other duties as may be assigned. DEPARTMENT : Teaching and Learning REPORTS TO: Building Principal RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Principal and Associate Principal EVALUATES: N/A BARGAINING GROUP: DMEA - funded by Title I Grant funds and subject to availability FLSA STATUS: Exempt DAYS: 195 or 199 Day Contract HOURS: 7.75 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting carrying WORKING CONDITIONS: Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during arrival/dismissal All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Employee Benefits Information All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check. Approved By: Emily Behrens Date: 02/02/2024

Requirements

5-12 Math endorsement
Experience with data literacy and ability to analyze and report data
Experience leading professional development or experience as a PLC lead
Experience in planning, implementing, and integrating supports for tiered intervention needs

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide strategic supplemental academic instruction to meet the individual needs of students.
Identify students in need of supplemental interventions to support core instruction.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, administration, and families to identify best practices for individual and small groups of students.
Plan and teach interventions based on the learning needs of students using high quality materials based in research and aligned to CRA (concrete, representational, abstract) and recommendations of the NCTM (National Council for Teachers of Mathematics).
Monitor student learning daily.
Use multiple data points to guide group and individualize instruction.
Uses data to provide instruction to students and to support access to core instruction, including foundational skill building as well as just-in-time learning tied to core standards.
Ensure intervention sequence aligns with classroom instruction and building MTSS.
Document interventions in Panorama Students success and record monitoring data there.
Use graphs and progress monitoring data to make instructional decisions.
Participate in professional learning communities, mathematical strategies training for staff, and ongoing professional development opportunities for Interventionists.
Assist in the planning and implementation of building professional development.
Communicate with families on a regular basis.
Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards
Attend appropriate PLCs as stated by building administration to coordinate interventions and support.
Reports holistic and aggregated data on student progress in intervention during building quarterly reviews.
Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.