Interventionists JD- Lower School

AVANT GARDE ACADEMY FOUNDATION, INC.•Hollywood, FL

15h

About The Position

The RTI/MTSS Interventionist supports lower-school students who need additional academic, behavioral, or social-emotional assistance. The role implements and manages the school’s Response to Intervention or Multi-Tiered System of Supports framework, coordinating with teachers, administrators, families, and other stakeholders to provide appropriate support and monitor student progress. The interventionist uses assessment and progress-monitoring data to identify student needs, deliver targeted interventions, evaluate their effectiveness, and adjust support as needed. The role also supports teachers and families, maintains intervention records, participates in school-based teams, and advocates for resources and practices that promote student equity, inclusion, and success. Other duties may be assigned by the school principal.

Requirements

Reading endorsement or a Master’s in Reading on their FLDOE certificate.
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Reading, or a related field.
Valid teaching certification or endorsement in reading.
Experience working with elementary-aged students in an educational setting.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Reading or Literacy Education.
Experience with specific reading intervention programs or methodologies.
Familiarity with data analysis and progress-monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

Implement and manage the school’s RTI/MTSS framework and collaborate with staff to ensure fidelity to the intervention model.
Collect and analyze academic, behavioral, attendance, and other relevant data to identify students needing additional support and monitor progress.
Deliver targeted interventions at different tiers, including small-group instruction, individualized tutoring, behavior management strategies, social skills training, and other evidence-based interventions.
Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, counselors, and other stakeholders to develop and implement student intervention plans.
Consult with and support classroom teachers in designing and delivering differentiated instruction.
Monitor students receiving interventions and assess their response to support.
Use progress-monitoring data to evaluate interventions and determine whether adjustments are needed.
Communicate with parents or guardians about student progress and intervention strategies, and solicit feedback.
Collaborate with families on strategies to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth at school and at home.
Engage in professional development and training related to RTI/MTSS, evidence-based interventions, assessment, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of interventions, progress data, and communications.
Participate in school-based teams, including the Collaborative Problem Solving Team (CPST), to coordinate student support.
Collaborate with colleagues to provide cohesive and integrated intervention services.
Advocate for students who need additional support and collaborate with school leadership and stakeholders to promote resources, policies, and practices supporting equity, inclusion, and student success.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as determined by the school principal.