RTI Teacher

Hamilton County Schools • Chattanooga, TN

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Schools is seeking an RTI Teacher for Loftis Middle School, a grades 6–8 school in Hixson, Tennessee. The role coordinates and supports the school’s Response to Intervention (RTI) programs to help increase student achievement and meet HCS RTI goals. The RTI Teacher builds understanding of RTI as a valued practice for growing students, supports educators and stakeholders in meeting the needs of students who have not met academic goals, and helps implement the school’s RTI framework.

The position combines school-wide facilitation with direct instruction: serving as RTI Facilitator for 50–80% of the school day and planning and delivering Tier 2 and/or Tier 3 instruction for 20–50%. Instruction focuses on students’ reading and/or math needs, follows the HCS RTI Framework, and uses data, effective practices, clear learning targets, and measurable goals. The teacher collaborates with colleagues, supports interventionists and educators, works with families, and contributes to a positive, engaging learning environment.

Requirements

• B.S. or B.A. in education or a human-service-related field.
• Valid Tennessee teaching certification, or be an upcoming graduate of an accredited teacher preparation program. Applicants holding a valid teaching license from another state must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
• Two years of experience teaching or providing services to individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to students with disabilities, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with students, educators, Board members, parents, and community members.
• Experience in math and/or literacy instruction.
• Commitment to inspiring and engaging students and to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students.
• Ability to be a positive team player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families.
• Openness to coaching and feedback to advance student learning and growth.
• Valid driver’s license, due to frequent travel to schools.
• High personal standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the school’s RTI Facilitator for 50–80% of the school day.
• Attend monthly RTI Facilitator meetings and District In-Service for RTI.
• Redeliver content from RTI Facilitator meetings and District In-Service to relevant school staff.
• Complete fidelity checks for Tier 2 and Tier 3 instruction.
• Coach, support, and mentor Tier 2 and Tier 3 instructors in effective practices.
• Serve as a Tier 2 and Tier 3 content advisor to teachers and administrators.
• Support the school’s implementation of dyslexia instruction and plans.
• Plan and deliver effective Tier 2 and/or Tier 3 instruction for 20–50% of the school day.
• Align all instruction closely with the HCS RTI Framework.
• Design lessons based on best practices, with clear learning targets and measurable goals, and collaborate with colleagues to address students’ reading and/or math needs.
• Use effective strategies, materials, and classroom practices to motivate students and differentiate instruction for their reading and/or math needs.
• Use student data, colleague input, and self-reflection to improve instruction and student outcomes.
• Model instructional best practices aligned with the Academic Press & Personalization Framework and HCS RTI Framework.
• Foster positive relationships throughout the school and maintain a well-structured, engaging learning environment based on effective routines, caring, respect, and fairness.
• Collaborate with instructional coaches to strengthen understanding of RTI goals and accelerate learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and provide feedback to strengthen RTI instruction.
• Engage families and the community in supporting students who are below grade level, and develop strong relationships with students’ families.
• Lead the school process for notifying and updating parents about their child’s intervention needs, including sending required state Home Literacy Letters.
• Provide opportunities for parents to participate in their children’s learning.
• Seek opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to improve teaching and learning.
• Reflect on instructional practice and leadership, contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the school’s mission and goals.
• Perform other duties that support students who are below grade level.

Benefits

• The position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation under the Differentiated Compensation Plan for designated schools and hard-to-staff positions.

What This Job Offers

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