Rainier View Elementary - Academic Intervention Specialist - 0.5 FTE

Seattle Public Schools; Washington; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools seeks qualified educators to plan and provide engaging learning experiences in math, reading and related areas. You will develop instructional plans, monitor student progress, and collaborate with teachers, families and coaches to support success for every student.

The role requires a valid Washington State teacher certification with appropriate endorsements and a background check. You will maintain records and participate in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and teaching experience in diverse urban settings.
• Valid Washington State teacher certification with required endorsements.
• Criminal background check (fingerprint) compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide learning experiences across designated subject areas.
• Develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials.
• Maintain records and monitor use and care of equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate intervention strategies and act as liaison with staff.
• Monitor student outcomes and communicate with families and community.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural education

Assess student progress

Relationship building

Intervention strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree; diverse urban student experience

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students in designated subject areas(s), math, reading, etc. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

NOTE: employees who primarily provide academic intervention support for teachers, as they work with students, should be in the role of Academic Intervention Spec - PD, not Academic Intervention Spec - Reading/Math.

• 20% Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure success for every student.
• 20% Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, requirements of SPS curriculum, and knowledge of human growth and development.
• 20% Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central staff as required. Provides input when necessary to student IEP's.
• 20% Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, SPS policy and administrative regulation.
• 10% Coordinates intervention strategies targeted at student needs.
• 10% Acts as liaison between teachers and program specialists and instructional coaches.

Other Functions

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of district policies and procedures related to teaching
• Knowledge of relevant SPS curriculum

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Excellent human relations skills

Abilities

• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
• Ability to assess student progress
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to identify risk/protective factors of students and align effective intervention strategies/activities

Education

Bachelor's degree; academic preparation for or experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in an urban school system. Specific programs may require additional academic preparation or professional experience, including; working with bilingual students and assisting them in the transition to regular classrooms; implementing programs designed to prevent the dropout of "at risk" students; and, teaching multi-level, open-concept, and main streamed classes.

Experience

Classroom Teacher requirements and experience for applicable grades.

Certifications & Licenses

Valid Washington State teacher certification. One or more Secondary Education Endorsement for Middle School & High School positions; Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies; Elementary Education Endorsement required for K-5 positions. Valid WA State driver's license.

Clearances

Criminal Justice fingerprint and background check.