INTERVENTIONIST 2026-27 1.0 FTE NEWPORT HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY

Position Objective

This position is responsible for communicating a clear and shared focus of every child meeting grade‑level standards in reading, for every subgroup including minority students, those living in poverty, English Language Learners, and Special Education students. The incumbent expects all students to learn and sets high expectations to do so. The role requires in‑depth knowledge of reading processes, acquisition, assessment, and instruction.

Commitment to Equity

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier II and Tier III instruction in a Response to Intervention model for struggling K‑5 students.
• Plan and deliver daily focused, research‑based interventions using approved BSD instructional materials.
• Conduct assessments as necessary to monitor learning progress, frequently checking for understanding and adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Support school‑wide benchmark assessments and progress monitoring.
• Continuously analyze student data from multiple sources to inform instructional decisions.
• Collaborate and communicate with classroom teachers to ensure consistency of instruction.
• Assist with student placement and flexible grouping decisions based on assessed needs.
• Attend or participate in all required meetings and work collaboratively with colleagues for professional growth.
• Confer with students, parents or guardians, and staff in an open and positive manner to provide guidance, evaluation, and encouragement of student achievement.
• Assist with the development and execution of parent‑involvement initiatives.
• Maintain lists of students in need of academic support for LAP and Title I records and complete applicable paperwork as needed.
• Demonstrate flexibility in dealing with change and experiment with new instructional strategies and materials.
• Assist with professional development for school staff and provide training through workshops, study groups, etc.

Reporting Relationships

Reports directly to and is supervised by the Building Administrator.

Education & Experience

• Possess or qualify for the immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with an elementary education (K‑8) endorsement.
• Minimum of three years K‑5 teaching experience, preferably across a variety of grade levels.
• Master’s degree in Education or extensive coursework in reading.
• Experience with a variety of assessment tools.

Licensing Requirements

Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate.

Knowledge

• Project‑based classroom organization.
• Curriculum development, district and building committees, meetings, and projects.
• Implementation of standards and EALRs.
• Use of appropriate technology for digital media, including Adobe products, Microsoft Office, blogs, etc.
• Commitment to increasing personal knowledge and skills about technology and its meaningful integration into instruction.

Skills

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when needed.
• Reflect on professional practice and adapt to improve instruction.
• Perform all duties in accordance with applicable board policies, district, and legal requirements.
• Meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

Physical Requirements

Requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. May involve prolonged exposure to visual display terminals. Medium work includes exerting up to 50 lb occasionally, up to 20 lb frequently, and up to 10 lb constantly to move objects. May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary ranges from $75,821 to $142,176 based on the negotiated collective bargaining agreement salary schedule. Certificated staff work the school‑year contract with placement on the District and BEA bargaining agreement salary schedule; placement is determined by training and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life‑insurance eligibility at 0.45 FTE, as well as retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.