Math Interventionist (K-5)
Location: Great Hearts Arlington Lower School, 6701 S Cooper St., Arlington, TX 76001. Reports to: Headmaster. FLSA Status: Salaried‑Exempt, Full‑time.
About the role
We are looking for life‑long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open‑enrollment, tuition‑free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently serves over 30,000 K‑12 students with a high‑quality classical liberal arts education. The Mathematics Interventionist provides direct instruction to students identified as eligible for math services in 1:1 and/or small‑group settings, develops a student‑centered intervention system to close the achievement gap, ensures mastery of grade‑level standards, creates a conducive classroom environment, uses research‑based programs, demonstrates knowledge of scientifically based mathematics instruction, employs manipulatives and hands‑on activities, analyzes data to identify eligible students, plans instruction, monitors progress, provides progress reports, uses technology for instructional planning, establishes clear objectives, collaborates with classroom teachers, and completes other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Utilize student data to help teachers identify and group students who need additional support.
- Design intervention plans and monitor progress for students who are struggling.
- Maintain records of student work and progress toward mastery of skills identified in the intervention plan.
- Maintain open and consistent communication about student progress, concerns, and achievement with families and the school community.
- Consult with teachers to develop appropriate strategies for addressing the needs of students.
- Serve as a resource for classroom teachers with strategies, plans, and materials.
- Participate in district and campus trainings.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local policy.
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Math, or a related field.
- Valid Texas teaching certification in Math or a related area (strongly preferred).
- Three (3) years of successful teaching experience and/or experience providing math intervention to K‑5 students.
Skills
- Knowledge of the Section 504 process.
- Knowledge of best‑practice strategies.
- Ability to interpret data.
- Ability to communicate effectively and relate positively to parents, students, and staff.
- Ability to work as a team.