Math Interventionist (K-5)

Great Hearts Academies • Arlington, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, or a related field
• Valid Texas teaching certification in Math or a related area strongly preferred
• Three (3) years successful teaching experience and/or experience providing math intervention to K-5 students
• Must possess or obtain valid Texas fingerprint clearance card.
• US work authorization is required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the Section 504 process
• Knowledge of best practice strategies
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to communicate effectively and relate positively to parents, students, and staff
• Ability to work as a team
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility in high-pressure situations
• Ability to handle high-volume, fast-paced workload
• Good judgment in handling confidential information
• Detail-oriented

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction to students identified as eligible for math services in 1:1 and/or small group settings.
• Develops a student-centered system of intervention that effectively works to close the achievement gap in mathematics.
• Ensures that students master grade level standards and curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment and research-based program of study that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of scientifically based mathematics instruction.
• Uses a variety of manipulatives and hands-on activities to support content standards and meet the needs and capabilities of students.
• Effectively analyzes/uses data and conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, plan instruction, and assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques.
• Identifies student needs and data to guide the learning process toward achievement of district’s math content standards.
• Monitors and assesses student progress on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Understands how to use technology for instructional planning, i.e. creating reports and using data to plan lessons.
• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects using formal and informal assessment data.
• Communicates and collaborates with classroom teachers to ensure alignment between classroom instruction and interventions.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Utilize student data to help teachers identify and group students who need additional support.
• Design intervention plans and monitor progress for students who are struggling.
• Maintain records of student work and progress toward mastery of skills identified in intervention plan.
• Maintain open and consistent communication about student progress, concerns, and achievement with families and the school community.
• Consult with teachers to develop appropriate strategies for addressing the needs of students.
• Serve as a resource for classroom teachers with strategies, plans and materials.
• Participate in district and campus trainings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local policy.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Benefits

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Texas Teacher Retirement System
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level