2026-2027 | Middle School Academic Interventionist

Boston Prep•Hyde Park, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Prep is a college-preparatory charter public school serving grades 6-12. The mission of Boston Prep is to prepare students for success in a four-year college and to embody lifelong ethical growth. The school fosters an environment of accelerated academic growth through an extended school day and year, emphasizing strong relationships and anti-racism. The approach is guided by six essential beliefs: an exceptional adult team, high expectations for all students, fostering ethical growth, a passionate student culture balanced with structure and joy, a range of academic, social, and emotional support, and ensuring college persistence through student and alumni support. The ideal candidate embodies the mindset that "kids do well if we believe they can" and contributes to a diverse and inclusive teaching staff. The Middle School Interventionist plays a critical role in strengthening literacy outcomes through targeted interventions, progress monitoring, and collaboration within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).

Requirements

Embody the mindset that “kids do well if we believe they can”.
Commitment to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging where all students feel seen, heard, and valued.
Ability to inspire and empower the next generation.
Passion for creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Deliver Tier 2 literacy interventions through small group instruction aligned with evidence-based reading instruction and the science of reading.
Provide targeted instruction in foundational literacy skills including: phonological awareness, phonics and decoding, reading fluency, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension.
Develop structured intervention plans based on student assessment data.
Maintain a consistent intervention schedule to ensure continuity of support.
Monitor student progress regularly and adjust instruction based on data.
Document intervention outcomes and communicate progress with teachers and MTSS teams.
Support Tier 3 literacy interventions for students requiring intensive reading support.
Administer or assist with literacy diagnostics and screening assessments.
Collaborate with special education teachers to align interventions with IEP goals when appropriate.
Provide individualized support to students who require additional academic assistance.
Participate in MTSS meetings and data reviews to identify students in need of intervention.
Support universal screening and literacy data analysis.
Collaborate with teachers to strengthen literacy instruction across classrooms.
Model literacy strategies and provide consultation to teachers supporting struggling readers.
Contribute to schoolwide literacy initiatives and instructional improvement efforts.
Build strong relationships with students to promote confidence and engagement in literacy learning.
Communicate regularly with families about literacy progress and intervention goals.
Provide families with strategies to support reading development at home.
Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student growth.
Model empathy and maintain high expectations for all learners.
Participate in family conferences, school events, and community engagement activities.
Attend and participate in weekly staff professional development, including One Team meetings, department meetings, and grade-level meetings.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership.
Contribute positively to Boston Prep’s collaborative and mission-driven school culture.
Support school systems and structures with fidelity.
Participate in school-wide initiatives that strengthen student success.

Nice To Haves

Representation matters, and strive to ensure that our students see themselves reflected in their teachers and leaders.
A team of diverse leaders and teaching staff enhances our students' educational experience and fosters a deeper sense of belonging.

Responsibilities

Deliver Tier 2 literacy interventions through small group instruction aligned with evidence-based reading instruction and the science of reading.
Provide targeted instruction in foundational literacy skills including: phonological awareness, phonics and decoding, reading fluency, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension.
Develop structured intervention plans based on student assessment data.
Maintain a consistent intervention schedule to ensure continuity of support.
Monitor student progress regularly and adjust instruction based on data.
Document intervention outcomes and communicate progress with teachers and MTSS teams.
Support Tier 3 literacy interventions for students requiring intensive reading support.
Administer or assist with literacy diagnostics and screening assessments.
Collaborate with special education teachers to align interventions with IEP goals when appropriate.
Provide individualized support to students who require additional academic assistance.
Participate in MTSS meetings and data reviews to identify students in need of intervention.
Support universal screening and literacy data analysis.
Collaborate with teachers to strengthen literacy instruction across classrooms.
Model literacy strategies and provide consultation to teachers supporting struggling readers.
Contribute to schoolwide literacy initiatives and instructional improvement efforts.
Build strong relationships with students to promote confidence and engagement in literacy learning.
Communicate regularly with families about literacy progress and intervention goals.
Provide families with strategies to support reading development at home.
Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student growth.
Model empathy and maintain high expectations for all learners.
Participate in family conferences, school events, and community engagement activities.
Attend and participate in weekly staff professional development, including One Team meetings, department meetings, and grade-level meetings.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership.
Contribute positively to Boston Prep’s collaborative and mission-driven school culture.
Support school systems and structures with fidelity.
Participate in school-wide initiatives that strengthen student success.