Middle School Interventionist

https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1002

What You Will Do:

The intervention specialist provides specialized training in reading, English, mathematics and writing to students who are struggling academically; he or she also works with various school members to implement intervention programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of an Intervention Specialist
Works as a member of the student support team to develop intervention plans for individual students and groups of students.
Assesses students using various measures to determine present level skills.
Analyzes and uses data to plan appropriate instruction
Provides instruction to individual students and/or small groups of students to increase grade-level skills.
Monitors progress of students, maintains progress records and communicates progress with parents, teachers, and student support team members.
Participates in evaluations of student intervention plans.
Attends professional development sessions to improve knowledge and skills.

Preferred Personal and Professional Competencies:

Dedication, patience, and the ability to remain calm.
The ability to create an environment where everyone’s opinions are respected.
A passion for education and a commitment to student outcomes
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Analytical skills to assess the educational needs, individual needs, strengths and weaknesses of students
Problem-solving skills to create both broad and individualized educational solutions
Exceptional organizational skills to plan and deliver lessons, assignments and assessments
Time management abilities for timely planning, grading, and meeting deadlines
Technology skills to deliver educational content in unique and modern ways

Notice of Non-discrimination

It is the policy of the Watervliet Public Schools that no person shall, on the basis of sex, religion, age,

marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, weight, height, or handicap be excluded from

participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or any

of its programs or activities.