K-5 Math Interventionist

About the Role

The Mathematics Interventionist is a highly qualified teacher of mathematics who provides direct instruction to students identified as eligible for math services in 1:1 and/or small group settings. Develops a student-centered system of intervention that effectively works to close the achievement gap in mathematics. Ensures that students master grade level standards and curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Creates a classroom environment and research-based program of study that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of scientifically based mathematics instruction.
• Uses a variety of manipulatives and hands-on activities to support content standards and meet the needs and capabilities of students.
• Effectively analyzes/uses data and conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, plan instruction, and assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques.
• Identifies student needs and data to guide the learning process toward achievement of district's math content standards.
• Monitors and assesses student progress on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Understands how to use technology for instructional planning, i.e. creating reports and using data to plan lessons.
• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects using formal and informal assessment data.
• Communicates and collaborates with classroom teachers to ensure alignment between classroom instruction and interventions.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in math, education, or related field required.
• 3 years of experience teaching students in mathematics in a K-12 school setting.
• Knowledge of Algebra I and Algebra II preferred for upper school positions.

Skills & Experience

• Proven track record of instructing diverse learners, including English Language Learners and Special Education students, in the area of mathematics.
• Experience and training in administering assessments and analyzing data to drive instruction.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Detailed-oriented with strong organization and time management skills.

Personal Qualities & Values

• Passionately Committed: With humility and curiosity, seek to know more about our core purpose; seek to share (with each other and with others externally as an advocate); seek to live the mission ourselves with relentless pursuit and intrinsic motivation; seek to understand our work and how it serves the mission…which should result in getting the right stuff done with measurable results because we love actualization – not just the theory.
• Servant's Heart: The foundational element of having a servant's heart is the acknowledgement of inherent dignity in their fellow human. Someone with a servant's heart believes that their work is to promote the development of those around them and make it possible for others to be successful in serving the mission of the organization.
• Team Player: We believe our mission can only be accomplished through collaboration and receive true joy in being a part of something greater than ourselves; Each of us is one part of a whole, each with different roles, expertise and responsibilities; working together in synchronicity.