Instructional Interventionist/Tutor (full-time)- Excel Center Richmond

Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana•Richmond, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Interventionist (tutor) supports academic achievement for students attending The Excel Center by tailoring individual or small-group instruction to students who are struggling academically. The role monitors, documents, and communicates student progress and performance, and works under the direct supervision of the leadership team, which oversees student placement and intervention strategies. This grant-funded position supports in-person instruction and school improvement goals while adhering to applicable state, territory, and local academic standards and regulatory requirements. The Interventionist collaborates with teachers, administrators, families, coaches, and other school personnel to identify and implement research-based interventions, assess student needs, track progress, and support students’ progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning. The position also contributes to school-wide goals, staff development, student attendance, recruitment, enrollment, and outreach efforts.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Good grasp of a variety of subjects and ability to explain concepts clearly to help students achieve expected competencies in core academic skills.
Ability to create, adapt, and deliver instructional materials that break learning into steps.
Commitment to the belief that all students can succeed and to improving student outcomes.
Ability to recognize important results, identify steps to achieve goals, and prioritize multiple priorities effectively.
Effective oral, written, visual, non-verbal, and listening communication skills, including communicating in person, in writing, and digitally.
Ability to work well with others and contribute to a team and positive learning environment.
Ability to adapt effectively to changes in priorities while maintaining a positive learning environment.
Working knowledge of G Suite, MS Office, student information systems, and distance learning technology.
Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting high school-age students in an urban, nontraditional, or adult education setting.
Experience with Blackboard.

Responsibilities

Provide tailored individual or small-group instruction to students who are struggling academically.
Partner with teachers, administrators, and families to identify effective instructional practices and measure student progress toward academic standards, college and career readiness, and 21st-century skills.
Work with school personnel to implement research-based interventions focused on individual student needs.
Participate in meetings with teachers, coaches, and administrators to discuss student placement and progress, and assist in identifying students for intervention groups.
Maintain, track, and communicate student performance documentation and data; use data to set goals, guide instruction, and help students master skills.
Provide diagnostic assessments for students as needed.
Assist with student attendance keeping.
Develop professional and performance goals and action plans, reflect on progress, and adjust professional practice and goals.
Work with staff to develop and implement school-wide goals related to graduation outcomes, enrollment, student achievement, and retention.
Work with coaches and leadership staff to support students’ progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning.
Assist staff with professional development, training, and goal setting.
Help establish and maintain a high-performance culture for staff and students.
Participate in student recruitment, enrollment, and outreach efforts.

Benefits

Continuing education and leadership development.
Tuition reimbursement.
Comprehensive health plan.
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
Life insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Short- and long-term disability plans.
Parental and sabbatical leaves.
Preventive health and wellness program.
Section 125 pretax health spending account, dependent care spending account, and premiums.
Retirement plan with a company match.
Discount programs, including a 20% discount at Goodwill retail stores immediately upon hire.
Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.