Secondary Math Interventionist - Kansas Connections Academy
About The Position
The Kansas Connections Academy (KCA) Secondary Math Interventionist will support students who are at risk of not meeting competency levels on state assessments. Preference will be given to candidates with experience using the IXL program, teaching pre-Algebra, Algebra and Geometry, and facilitating engaging, collaborative whole-group and targeted small-group LiveLessons that promote student participation and skill development; however, these experiences are not required. This is not an Intervention Specialist role, but candidates should be skilled in supporting the unique needs of students struggling in math. A valid Kansas teaching license with Grades 6–12 Math certification is needed for this role.
Requirements
- Highly qualified and certified to teach in Kansas
- Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Highly organized and punctual
- Student and family focused approach
- High degree of flexibility
- Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
- Team player track record
- Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to work remotely, while traveling occasionally for in-person meetings and testing
- Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
Nice To Haves
- Experience using the IXL program
- Experience teaching pre-Algebra, Algebra and Geometry
- Experience facilitating engaging, collaborative whole-group and targeted small-group LiveLessons that promote student participation and skill development
Responsibilities
- Identify at-risk students based on student grades and test scores that are below proficiency level, and could include: State Standardized Tests, Attendance records, communication logs, RTI meeting minutes, grade retention records, and transcripts, School-administered benchmark and diagnostic tests
- Develop and implement individual intervention strategies to increase the likelihood that these students will stay in school, move on to each grade, and graduate on time
- Work with students to develop an individual achievement plan to include the best program to meet academic and post-secondary goals
- Provide training to parents of students identified as being at risk of not passing grades or graduating
- Identify and link area social agencies with youth at risk of not passing and their parents/guardians
- Proctor school-administered benchmark and diagnostic tests as needed
- Implement IXL and other high-quality, state-approved intervention programs with fidelity
- Collaborate with math teachers to support instructional planning and student achievement
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
