SY 26/27 Literacy Interventionist

KIPP•Kansas City, MO

19h

About The Position

The Literacy Interventionist provides high-quality reading and literacy instruction to individual students and small groups, using student data and research-based interventions to address reading deficits, bring skills to grade level, or provide enrichment. The role monitors student progress, supports intervention-group placement, and collaborates with literacy coaches, teachers, administrators, families, and instructional leaders to strengthen literacy instruction and support students’ academic growth. The position also contributes to regional data analysis, curriculum feedback cycles, vertical alignment, and literacy-focused professional learning. The role emphasizes early-primary literacy, especially foundational skills, and may include dyslexia-specific professional learning and interventions. The position also supports students’ academic and cultural development, builds trusting relationships with students and families, and participates in school duties, meetings, and events. The description includes Real-World Learning responsibilities, such as facilitating applied learning experiences, collaborating with community and industry partners, and organizing quarterly showcases. The role reports to work Monday through Friday in a typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions, and requires travel to the work location and attendance at in-person and virtual regional meetings, conferences, and training sessions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Missouri teaching license with the required certification for the assigned subject and level; applicants pursuing certification may apply, but certification must be acquired and on file with KIPP KC before the end of the first employment year.
Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned core subject area.
Relentless focus on results and commitment to teamwork.
Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.
Commitment to KIPP KC’s mission and values.
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment and demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to foster an inclusive environment for students, staff, and families.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders and build strong relationships within the KIPP KC community.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.
Ability to travel to the work location and attend regional conferences, meetings, and training sessions.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality reading and literacy instruction to individual students and small groups.
Use data to guide instruction, bring students’ skills to grade level, and enrich learning for students above grade level.
Use research-based interventions tailored to individual student needs.
Collaborate with the Literacy Coach, teachers, and administration to identify effective practices and coordinate student support.
Communicate student progress to the Literacy Coach, teachers, and administration.
Assist in identifying students for intervention-group placement and participate in meetings about student placement and progress.
Provide diagnostic progress monitoring as needed and monitor reading progress to recommend instructional adjustments.
Analyze regional screening, diagnostic, and progress-monitoring data to guide data-informed instructional responses.
Work with instructional leaders to maintain curriculum and implementation feedback cycles, vertical alignment, and consistent literacy support across grades.
Support development of the region’s literacy-specific professional learning scope and sequence and plans.
Participate in ongoing professional learning in dyslexia-specific interventions.
Collaborate with literacy coaches and content teachers to promote consistent reading strategies in intervention and classroom settings.
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement and collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
Establish and maintain trusting, respectful relationships with students and families.
Participate in daily school functions, including morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties.
Attend staff meetings, open houses, student-led parent conferences, and other critical school events.
Meet professional obligations, including timeliness and deadlines, and exemplify school cultural expectations.
Deliver rigorous instruction connected to authentic, real-world learning experiences.
Lead and facilitate student experiences such as class-connected projects, professional mentorships, internships, and shadowing opportunities.
Teach at least one to two courses aligned with KIPP KC’s Real-World Learning initiatives.
Collaborate with students, staff, and regional industry partners to design meaningful learning experiences.
Organize and lead quarterly Real-World Learning showcases at each grade level.
Use student performance data and industry partner feedback to refine Real-World Learning experiences.