26 - .5 Math/ .5 Reading Interventionist

Pueblo School District No 60; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo School District No 60 in Colorado seeks a .5 Math/ .5 Reading Interventionist to support student achievement within Teaching and Learning Services. You will plan targeted instruction and monitor progress for students in need of math and reading support.

The 165-day school year position is Exempt under the teacher contract. You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to implement interventions and reflect on student growth with fidelity.

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire.
• Elementary Education Endorsement or equivalent to be highly qualified.
• Passing score on a Colorado-approved content exam (Praxis).
• Fingerprint-based criminal background check cleared by HR.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement an instructional program for elementary/secondary learners.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and students and maintain a cooperative attitude.

Skills

Communication skills

English language proficiency

Collaboration

Schedule management

Education

Colorado Teaching License

Elementary Education Endorsement

Praxis content exam

Background check clearance

Job description

Skills

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title

.5 Math/ .5 Reading Interventionist

Work Year

165 days

Department

Teaching and Learning Services

Reports To

School Principal

Salary Range

Teacher Salary Schedule

Benefits

Fringe Benefits based on PEA Negotiated Agreement

Status

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

The primary responsibility of the Interventionist is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential; Performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

• Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire
• Elementary Education Endorsement or
• Teacher must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options:
• Endorsement on a Colorado teaching license
• 36 semester credit hours applicable to content area
• Passing score on a State Board of Education approved content exam (currently the ETS Praxis Series)
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

** Teachers hired in a K-3 or Reading Interventionist position must be willing to register for the READ Act training that is required per Senate Bill 199-99. The teacher must show evidence that they are enrolled and progressing in a CDE-approved training course and completed within the 2026-2027 school year or provide a certificate of completion for the program**

Preferred

• Ten (10) or more years of classroom experience
• Willingness to follow a curriculum with fidelity
• Willingness to help coach others
• Ability to collaborate with others in meetings and via e-mail
• Ability to follow a schedule
• Experience in a Title I or low income setting
• Previous experience as a certified teacher
• Knowledge of content standards and implementation of standards-based curriculum
• Ability to teach and meet the academic needs of all students ensuring academic progress