Academic Intervention Specialist (CSI Funded)

OFL - Capistrano, Inc.; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunities For Learning (OFL) is hiring an Academic Intervention Specialist in California. The role focuses on data-driven, outcome-oriented instruction and evidence-based interventions to help at-risk students succeed in core coursework.

The position is funded via CSI and contingent on federal funds for the 2026-2027 school year. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm, 35 hours per week. A 30-day Substitute Permit is required and a BS/BA degree is necessary.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree is required.
• Valid 30-Day Substitute Permit is required.
• Demonstrates knowledge of scientifically based mathematics instruction for middle and high school.
• Ability to organize a variety of tasks locally and in different geographic areas.
• Ability to handle daily classroom instruction.
• Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares focused interventions for students’ academic success.
• Instructs students in multiple subjects using various teaching methods and materials.
• Prepares a course outline following state and school guidelines.
• Collaborates with teachers to seek alternative interventions to motivate and prevent dropouts.
• Counsels students on adjustment and academic problems.
• Collaborates with parents, students, and teachers to improve attendance.
• Participates in community groups, meetings, and teacher training workshops.
• Meets with students and parents to discuss progress and problems.
• Performs other administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Organizational skills

Spanish language ability

Education

BS/BA degree

Job description

Are you seeking an opportunity to impact students’ lives positively? Do you believe that every student should have the opportunity for success? If so, then Opportunities For Learning (OFL) is your place! OFL is looking for educators who are outgoing, energetic, authentic, motivating, and inspiring.

Who We Are:

Opportunities For Learning (OFL) is a network of free, non-profit public charter schools offering students a flexible, personalized approach to learning. OFL saw the potential that struggling students couldn’t see in themselves. For almost 25 years, OFL has helped more than 150,000 students find their passion and pursue their dreams. OFL believes in fostering the student’s vision; inspiring students inspires us. We believe the student‑teacher relationship is critical to developing a young person’s social, emotional, and academic well‑being. If you believe this too, you might be the educator we’re looking for. We are devoted to creating a team of diverse people and encourage anyone who is passionate about talent and recruiting and who is excited about what we do to connect with us! To learn more about our schools, visit us at www.oflschools.org.

Pay Range: $29.71 - $35.43 - Hourly – Depending on Experience

Job is: Classified

The main focus of the Academic Intervention Specialist is to provide data-driven, outcome-oriented instruction and evidence-based interventions to students. The goal is to ensure students have access to high-quality instruction, as well as to support them in their academic progress and educational goals. The Academic Intervention Specialist will be accessible for direct instruction to students for a duration of the day. This position, supported by CSI funding, is dedicated to assisting students who are at the highest risk of falling behind their peers in completing core coursework. As a supplemental support position, its funding is derived from federal sources; therefore, the continuation of employment is contingent upon the availability of federal funds (only for school year 2026-2027).

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8am-4pm, 35 hours/week

Our ideal candidate will:

• Prepares focused interventions for students’ academic success.
• Instruct students in multiple subjects, using various teaching methods, audiovisual aids, and other materials.
• Prepares an outline for the course of study, following the curriculum guidelines or requirements of the state and school.
• Collaborates with teacher(s) to seek alternative interventions to motivate and prevent students from dropping out.
• Counsels students in adjustment and academic problems.
• Collaborates with parents, students, and teachers to improve attendance.
• Participates in various community groups or functions, faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Meets with students and parents to discuss student progress and problems.
• Performs other administrative functions and duties as assigned.

We’ll need you to have the following requirements:

• BS/BA degree required.
• Valid 30-Day Substitute Permit required.
• Demonstrates knowledge of scientifically based mathematics instruction specifically related to middle and high school grade students.
• Ability to organize a variety of tasks locally and in different geographic areas.
• Ability to handle daily classroom instruction.
• Spanish preferred

OFL is a free non profit public charter school, serving students grades 7-12 who have fallen behind in school, are looking to get ahead and graduate early, or are simply looking for an alternative to the traditional classroom.

OFL was established in 1999 by John and Joan Hall, both genuinely and profoundly interested in the well‑being of California youth. OFL’s blended learning model allows students, teachers, and families the freedom to design an individualized learning plan for each student based on his or her strengths, weaknesses, college and career goals, and schedule outside of school. Recognizing the student‑teacher relationship to be a critical component in the development of a student’s personal, emotional, and academic well‑being, OFL’s highly qualified, passionate teachers and advisors work one-on-one with their students to help them grasp every concept.