RTI Teacher

Hamilton County Schools • Chattanooga, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Schools (HCS) is seeking an RTI Teacher to coordinate Response to Intervention programs across the school. This role involves supporting and monitoring the implementation of the RTI model to increase student achievement and contribute to HCS RTI goals. The RTI Teacher will help build capacity within the school to understand RTI as a valued practice for student growth, not just compliance. They will support educational leaders, teachers, interventionists, and stakeholders in recognizing the necessity of RTI for students who haven't met academic goals. Tyner Middle High Academy, a 6-12 learning community in Chattanooga, TN, emphasizes strong relationships, academic excellence, and a family-centered culture. As a zoned magnet school, it fosters a diverse environment. At Tyner, great teaching is believed to change lives, with educators collaborating to create welcoming classrooms, high expectations, engaging instruction, and strong student-teacher relationships. Students benefit from one-to-one technology, innovative learning environments, and consistent instructional practices. The school is committed to teacher development through academic coaches, mentor teachers, and collaborative teams, with administrators invested in staff and student success. The high school level features nationally recognized Future Ready Institutes (EPB Institute of Technology and Networking, UTC Institute of Teaching and Learning, Institute of Health Services), blending rigorous academics with hands-on, career-centered learning.

Requirements

• B.S./B.A. in education or human service related field
• Valid state of Tennessee teaching certification or upcoming graduates in an accredited teacher preparation program.
• If a valid teaching license is held in another state you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
• Two years' experience in teaching or services to individuals with disabilities
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to students with disabilities.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, Board members, parents, and community members.
• Experienced in math and/or literacy instruction.
• Committed to inspiring and engaging students
• Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
• Able to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families
• Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license due to frequent travel to schools.
• Maintain high personal standards and integrity

Nice To Haves

• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the school’s RTI Facilitator for 50-80% of the school day.
• Attends monthly RTI Facilitator meetings and District In-Service for RTI.
• Redelivers content from RTI Facilitator meetings and District In-Service to all relevant school staff.
• Completes Fidelity Checks for tier 2 and tier 3 instruction.
• Coaches, supports and mentors tier 2 and tier 3 instructors in effective practices.
• Serves as a tier 2 and tier 3 content advisor to teachers and administrators.
• Supports school in implementation of dyslexia instruction and plans.
• Plans and delivers effective instruction in tier 2 and/or tier 3 for 20-50% of the school day.
• Ensures all instruction is tightly aligned with the HCS RTI Framework.
• Designs lessons based on best practices with clear learning targets and measurable goals.
• Plans collaboratively with colleagues to enhance student’s reading and/or math needs.
• Conveys high expectations while using multiple effective strategies, materials, and classroom practices that involve and motivate students while differentiating instruction to meet the students’ reading and/or math needs.
• Uses student data, colleagues, and self-reflection on instructional practice to continually improve instruction and student outcomes.
• Models best practices in instruction aligned to Academic Press & Personalization Framework and HCS RTI Framework.
• Fosters positive relationships through the school.
• Provides a well-structured and engaging learning environment by utilizing effective classroom procedures and routines while showing caring, respect, and fairness for all students.
• Collaborates with instructional coaches to strengthen understanding of RTI goals and accelerate learning.
• Collaborates with colleagues and provides feedback to strengthen RTI instruction.
• Engages family and community to support students that are below grade-level.
• Consistently develops strong relationships with students’ families.
• Leads school process for notifying and updating parents on their child’s need for intervention, including sending out state required Home Literacy Letters.
• Provides opportunities for parents to be involved in their children’s learning.
• Actively seeks out opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and other stakeholders in order to improve teaching & learning.
• Reflects on own instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school.
• Performs all other duties assigned that support students who are below grade-level.

Benefits

• Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.
• This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation.
• The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard-to-staff positions.

What This Job Offers

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