Primary Purpose:

Provide high-level literacy learning experiences to students struggling academically.  Provide appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area using a combination of delivery methods such as whole group, small group, one-on-one, and computer-based learning designed to meet individual needs and motivate students.  Comply with all federal and state guidelines as it relates to the GEAR UP Grant.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Deep understanding of scientific-based reading research and evidence-based practices for teaching reading and mathematics and assessing student progress toward achievement of benchmarks
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to disaggregate and interpret data
• Ability to assist in the development and implementation of intervention plans
• Ability to implement effective instructional strategies for struggling students
• Ability to implement and monitor the intervention plans
• Ability to implement diagnostic programs in reading and mathematics
• Ability to communicate data to administrators, teachers, and parents

Experience:

Three or more years of teaching experience desired.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Implement evidence-based instructional strategies to enable students to develop the competencies and skills to be successful in core content areas.
2. Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students.
3. Evaluates academic growth of students and maintains appropriate records.
4. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve learning problems.
5. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Coordinates and monitors student intervention plans.
8. Analyze all testing results.
9. Use data to drive instruction.
10. Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding the progress of identified students.

Student Growth and Development

11. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
12. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
13. Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

14. Established and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation in all activities.
15. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
16. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
17. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

18. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers as needed
19. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
20. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

21. Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related skills.
22. Compile and maintain all computerized reports, records, and other documents as required.
23. Attend and participate in planning meetings with campus/district contact personnel.

Policy Implementation

24. Keep information of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for an interventionist.
25. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

The employee is expected to maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing, moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment are required while performing the duties of this job.