Elementary Interventionist - Michigan Connections Academy

Position Summary and Responsibilities

The Academic Interventionist/Specialist supports MICA’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) using the Response to Intervention Framework (RTI). Key responsibilities include:

• Utilizing performance, survey, and observation data to identify and group children needing additional support.
• Aiding teachers in developing and implementing classroom-based interventions.
• Supporting teachers in documenting children's progress.
• Facilitating the Student Support Team (SST) process.
• Developing and using instructional and behavioral support tools.
• Gathering and organizing universal assessment tools for progress monitoring.
• Implementing and tracking Tier 3 support, refining strategies as needed.
• Facilitating data-driven conferences with teachers.
• Preparing and submitting school improvement plans.
• Managing IDEA and Section 504 activities.
• Producing required reports.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Administering and analyzing standardized testing data.
• Communicating with parents and students.
• Participating in professional development.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification in the required subject matter and grade band.
• A minimum of 5 years full-time successful teaching experience in the required subject matter and grade band.
• Michigan residency preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• A customer-focused approach.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products).
• Ability to work some evening hours.