Academic Interventionist - Alternative Education Program

Non-benefited position.      5.75 hours/day       $35/hour
 

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Academic Interventionist works extensively with students, including those enrolled in the district's online school and alternative education program, who need academic support and/or are credit deficient, to improve academic achievement and overall performance. Support may be provided in person or virtually, depending on student needs. The Academic Interventionist collaborates with teachers, school counselors, and administrators to monitor student data, track progress, and implement learning methods and motivation strategies that best support each student's success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid teaching license required, Math content preferred
• Working knowledge of educational standards, strategies, and technology
• Classroom leadership and facilitation skills
• Ability to disaggregate, interpret, and analyze assessment data
• Communicate effectively with administrators, principals, teachers, and parents both orally and in writing

GOALS OF THE ACADEMIC INTERVENTIONIST:

• To ensure that student achievement data is used to drive decisions at the classroom and school level
• To help students develop proficient literacy and math skills that will contribute to their academic growth
• To provide a continuum of support and help the students meet grade-level expectations
• To work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to implement interventions
• To ensure that each student is on track to graduate from high school

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, teach, and evaluate instruction for students having difficulty with English/Language Arts and/or math
• Provide support for students who are credit-deficient or at risk of not graduating
• Implement individualized graduation plans for at-risk students
• Implement appropriate student interventions, including the use of research-based interventions
• Collect, compile, and submit reports on pre/post achievement data for students participating in remediation/intervention activities
• Work with the classroom teacher and district personnel to coordinate instruction designed to meet the individual needs of students
• Work with the classroom teachers to monitor student progress
• Provide direct support, mentoring, and check-ins to help students improve academic behaviors
• Participate in ongoing data analysis, inquiry, and collaboration around intervention, coaching, and facilitation
• Meet regularly with the building administrator and classroom teachers to determine school needs.
• Assist in strengthening family and school ties by facilitating opportunities for parents to increase their understanding and knowledge of the online platform
• Follow other directives from the building administrator and Director(s) of Teaching and Learning, and the Superintendent.

ABILITIES:

• Must hold a valid Indiana Teaching License, Math preferred
• Knowledge of and experience with a variety of language arts, reading, and math  instructional methods and materials
• Awareness of the varied ways in which students learn
• Effective organizational ability
• Effective diagnostic and remedial instruction abilities
• Effective working rapport with classroom teachers, school counselors, and other classified and certified staff
• Excellent communication skills with students and other professionals
• Understanding of evidence-based reading research and assessment of student progress toward achievement of benchmarks
• Demonstrate a desire to work cooperatively with other educators

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: 

1. Demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to deal tactfully and effectively with persons at all levels in order to develop and maintain productive relationships
2. Ability to learn new skills quickly and assimilate into daily work
3. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality both inside and outside the corporation
4. Ability to work independently and in a team environment