Interventionist

Lexington County School District One•Oak Grove, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Interventionist (RTI) prepares for, assesses, and instructs individuals and small groups of students in support of the school's Response to Intervention (RtI) program. This role involves collaboration with administrators, instructional coaches, school counselors, school psychologists, parents, and teachers to identify strategies for helping struggling students and meeting their diverse learning styles. The position supports and upholds the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One to improve student outcomes. Key responsibilities include establishing a safe and productive learning environment, maintaining confidentiality, participating in professional development, and managing instructional materials. The role also involves monitoring and assisting with student testing, progress monitoring, and data entry for the RtI program. Planning and delivering instruction to individual students and small groups, setting academic and behavior goals, and communicating progress to the RtI team and parents are crucial aspects of this position. The Interventionist will also collaborate with colleagues to address student needs and maintain appropriate documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education with certification in a related area and previous student teaching experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Valid South Carolina teaching certification to coincide with grade levels to be taught
Actively pursuing the endorsement required by the Read to Succeed legislation
Must have current government issued identification
Personal computer experience required.
Computer literacy required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies.
Must be able to access reliable transportation.
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district that pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations.
Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities.
Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties.
Ability to anticipate work to be completed and to complete work without the need for direct supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.
Strong knowledge of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to apply knowledge and current research and theory.
Ability to organize and implement a flexible work schedule in order to meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group.
Ability to submit all requested reports and documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with scheduled deadlines.
Some extended hours and multiple demands from several people are frequently required of the employee.

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment.
Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials.
Monitors and/or assists in testing of individual students and in school-wide testing in accordance with district, state, and/or federal laws and policies as required; specifically participates in progress monitoring and benchmarking procedures as required by the RtI program.
Responsibilities include the preparation of materials, scoring of assessments and data entry in web-based applications.
Plans for and instructs individual students and small groups of students identified through the school's RtI program.
Enters data into various data bases, and analyzes data to plan for instruction.
Regularly sets academic and/or behavior goals for students aligned with progress monitoring data.
Provides information on individuals identified as Tier II and III students to members of the school-based RtI team regarding progress and/or instructional needs.
Plans and collaborates with the lead interventionist, teachers, administrators, etc. to meet students' needs.
Maintains appropriate documentation (reports, forms, data in software programs, etc.).
Communicates with parents of students on their caseload prior to and throughout Tier II/III placement to address rationale for the program, address parent concerns and questions, and report on student growth.
Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and training workshops.
Selects and requests instructional aides, technology tools, equipment, and supplies needed for daily activities; provides for safe storage and proper use of all materials, equipment and tools.
Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency and professional development.
Operates general office and technology equipment to conduct daily activities.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Responsible for supervision of students.
Responsible for fidelity of interventions.