Academic Interventionist - Title I (Math & Science)

Alexandria City Public Schools

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Alexandria City Public Schools is seeking a Math and Science Academic Interventionist to strengthen STEM skills from K-5 and provide targeted math support and 4th-5th grade science remediation.

The role emphasizes MTSS/RTI collaboration, data-driven instruction, and family engagement. Ten-month licensed position reporting to the principal, with duties across curriculum, assessments, and school events.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
Virginia teaching license with Elementary Education PreK-5 endorsement.
Minimum of 3 years of teaching or intervention experience in elementary education.
Experience with MTSS/RTI, data-driven instruction, and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities

Deliver targeted math interventions in small groups or push-in for K-5.
Build foundational numeracy, place value, and problem-solving skills.
Use diagnostic assessments to adjust support plans and track growth.
Design and deliver hands-on, inquiry-based science lessons for 4th-5th grade.
Differentiate instruction for struggling and advanced learners.
Incorporate labs and real-world scientific inquiry.
Maintain records, MTSS collaboration, and progress meetings.
Engage families with science events and school-wide STEM activities.

Skills

Elementary Education

Mathematics

Science

Data-driven Instruction

MTSS/RTI Knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Assessment Administration

Education

Bachelor's in Elementary Education/Math/Science

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Diagnostic Assessments

Progress Monitoring Tools

Job description

Job Description

The Math and Science Academic Interventionist delivers targeted instruction to strengthen core STEM competencies across elementary grade levels. In this dual-focused role, you will provide foundational Math Intervention for Kindergarten through 5th Grade and Science Instruction (Remediation & Enrichment) for 4th and 5th Grade.

This person will participate in division-level professional development in order to learn expectations for the purpose of alignment of division initiatives. Additionally, the Interventionist will learn and implement the most effective research-based pedagogical and content strategies. The ideal candidate leverages student data to diagnose skill gaps, creates engaging hand-on experiences, leads schoolwide family science initiatives, and collaborates with classroom teachers to accelerate student achievement. This is an 10-month, 195 day Licensed position, reporting to the School Principal.

Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, Mathematics, Science, or a related field, A Master's degree preferred.
Certification/License: A Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional, Collegiate, or PostGraduate License, with an endorsement in Elementary Education PreK-5.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of teaching or intervention experience in elementary education (K-5 experience preferred).
Knowledge of effective instructional practices in education for diverse learners, across races and ethnicities, including English Learners, students with disabilities, and economically disadvantaged students.
Knowledge of, and commitment to, implementing the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) or similar systems of student support.
Knowledge and experience administering diagnostic and progress monitoring assessments to target specific skills and concepts.
Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with others.
Experience with research-proven interventions focused specifically on individual student needs.
Experience with progress monitoring, data analysis, and documentation of student progress in order to inform instruction.
Ability to reflect on instruction and student progress in order to plan for instructional adjustment
Experience organizing schoolwide events such as science fairs or STEM nights is a plus.

Key Competencies

Strong knowledge of early and upper-elementary math progressions (K-5), expertise in upper-elementary science standards (4th-5th), and familiarity with MTSS/RTI frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

K-5 Math Intervention

Deliver targeted, research-based math interventions in small group or push-in settings for students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
Build foundational numeracy, place value, and problem-solving skills tailored to developmental levels from early childhood through upper elementary.
Use diagnostic assessments and progress-monitoring tools to adjust support plans and track growth over time.

4th & 5th Grade Science Instruction (Remediation & Enrichment)

Design and execute hand-on, inquiry-based science lessons specifically for 4th and 5th-grade students.
Differentiate instruction to support struggling learners with core concepts while offering high-interest STEM extension projects for advanced students.
Incorporate interactive lab experiments, scientific inquiry methods, and real-world applications into daily teaching.

Data Management & MTSS Collaboration

Maintain accurate records of student attendance, benchmark data, and intervention logs.
Collaborate regularly with K-5 classroom teachers to align intervention goals with grade-level pacing.
Active participation in Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) / Response to Intervention (RTI) team meetings to evaluate student progress across grade bands.

Family & School Community Engagement

Plan, organize, and lead family science engagement events (e.g., Family Science Night, STEM Workshops) and manage the annual school Science Fair.
Communicate progress regularly with parents and guardians, offering actionable home support strategies.
Foster a positive, growth-oriented learning environment that encourages confidence in STEM subjects.

Compensation