Interim Intervention Specialist

Aspire Public Schools • Richmond, CA

5d

About The Position

The Intervention Specialist provides one‐on‐one and small group support for students performing below and far below grade level.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s preferred.
• Valid TN Credential
• Specialist training in math, literacy and/or reading recovery
• In–depth knowledge of math and literacy development and reading interventions
• Knowledge of child and youth cognitive development and different learning styles
• Knowledge of Tennessee State Standards and assessments
• Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community
• 2+ years as a classroom teacher
• Experience working with K‐5 students, particularly those reading two or more years behind grade level

Responsibilities

• Assess students frequently, examines student assessment data, and refines intervention activities to address individual student needs
• Develop and implements lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with Tennessee State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines
• Organize systems/procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning
• Establish a culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students
• Collaborate with Aspire team members to improve own and others instructional practices especially in math and literacy development; shares best practices
• Work closely with classroom teachers and education specialists to identify unique student needs; collaborates with team members and outside service providers to diagnose and address learning challenges
• Actively participates in professional development activities, including: training sessions and working with Lead Teachers, Principal and Instructional Coaches
• Provides instruction with the after school program and collaborates with After School Director to design and deliver professional development in literacy instruction to after school program staff
• Provides classroom teachers, students and parents/guardians with regular and timely information on student progress; finds ways to involve parents/guardians in their students’ education
• Tracks critical student information and maintains accurate student records, including attendance, in accordance with Aspire procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and supports Aspire Public School’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees