RTI/MTSS Interventionist - Lower School

AVANT GARDE ACADEMY FOUNDATION•Hollywood, FL

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, coordinates with educators and other stakeholders, and provides targeted interventions and progress monitoring. The interventionist also collaborates with families, advocates for student needs, maintains records, and participates in professional development and school-based support teams. Other duties and responsibilities may be determined 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, collaborating with teachers, administrators, and other staff to support fidelity to the intervention model.
Collect and analyze relevant academic, behavioral, attendance, and other data to identify students who may need additional support and monitor their progress.
Provide targeted interventions at different support tiers, such as 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 the progress of 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 their 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, current records of interventions, progress-monitoring data, and communications with students, parents, and other stakeholders.
Participate in school-based teams, such as the Collaborative Problem Solving Team (CPST), to coordinate support and resources.
Collaborate with colleagues to provide cohesive and integrated intervention and support services.
Advocate for students who need additional support within the school system.
Collaborate with school leadership and stakeholders to advocate for resources, policies, and practices that promote equity, inclusion, and student success.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as determined by the school principal.