Reading & Math Interventionist (Grades 4 - 8)

Illinois Education Job Bank; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Job summary

Pleasant Valley School District invites applicants for a Reading and Math Interventionist serving grades 4–8. The role delivers Tier II and III interventions, works with students, teachers, and families, and uses data to tailor instruction within the MTSS framework.

The Interventionist collaborates with staff to monitor progress, adjusts plans, and maintains records, aiming to accelerate learning and close achievement gaps while promoting a supportive, trauma-informed classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an appropriate teaching endorsement.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution required.
• Experience providing reading and/or mathematics intervention is preferred.
• Knowledge of MTSS and RtI practices preferred.
• Knowledge of research-based intervention strategies and programs.
• Strong ability to use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver targeted Tier II and Tier III reading and mathematics interventions to individual students and small groups.
• Use assessment data, screening results, and progress-monitoring data to identify gaps and determine intervention needs.
• Implement research-based intervention programs with fidelity.
• Provide targeted reading instruction addressing phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Provide targeted mathematics instruction covering number sense, computation, fluency, problem-solving, and reasoning.
• Develop intervention plans based on data and student needs.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of intervention participation and outcomes.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align interventions with curriculum and expectations.
• Collaborate with special education staff when students receive additional supports.
• Participate in MTSS/RtI meetings and communicate progress to staff and families.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA and applicable laws.
• Engage in professional development and district initiatives.

Skills

MTSS RtI knowledge

Data-driven instruction

Differentiated instruction

Communication & collaboration

Classroom & small-group management

Positive behavior supports

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

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Position Summary

The Reading and Math Interventionist is responsible for providing targeted Tier II and Tier III reading and mathematics interventions to students in grades 4–8. The Interventionist works with individual students and small groups to identify and address academic skill gaps through research-based, data-driven interventions. This position collaborates closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, administrators, and families to monitor student progress, adjust interventions, and support students in achieving meaningful academic growth.

The Reading and Math Interventionist plays an important role in the district's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) by coordinating and delivering targeted interventions designed to accelerate student learning, strengthen foundational skills, and reduce academic achievement gaps.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Embrace and help grow the mission of Pleasant Valley which is to "engage, inspire, and empower each student towards academic excellence and citizenship."
• Plan and deliver targeted Tier II and Tier III reading and mathematics interventions to individual students and small groups.
• Use student assessment data, screening results, progress-monitoring data, classroom performance, and other relevant information to identify academic skill gaps and determine appropriate intervention needs.
• Implement research-based intervention programs and strategies with fidelity.
• Provide targeted reading instruction addressing skills such as phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, reading comprehension, written language, and other areas of literacy as appropriate.
• Provide targeted mathematics instruction addressing skills such as number sense, computation, mathematical fluency, problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and other areas of mathematics as appropriate.
• Develop intervention plans and instructional goals based on student needs and available assessment data.
• Monitor student progress regularly and use data to determine whether interventions should be continued, intensified, modified, or faded.
• Maintain accurate records of student intervention participation, instructional data, progress-monitoring results, and intervention outcomes.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align intervention instruction with grade-level curriculum and classroom expectations.
• Collaborate with special education teachers and related service providers when students receiving interventions also receive special education services or other supports.
• Participate in MTSS/RtI problem-solving meetings and assist teams in analyzing student data and determining appropriate levels of intervention.
• Communicate student progress and intervention outcomes with classroom teachers, administrators, families, and other appropriate staff.
• Assist teachers in identifying appropriate instructional strategies and interventions for students who are struggling academically.
• Support the development and implementation of individualized intervention plans for students receiving Tier II and Tier III support.
• Assist in the administration and interpretation of universal screening, diagnostic assessments, and progress-monitoring measures as appropriate.
• Provide feedback and recommendations regarding student progress and next steps for intervention.
• Maintain a structured, organized, and supportive intervention environment that promotes student engagement, perseverance, and academic confidence.
• Utilize positive behavior supports, restorative practices, and trauma-informed strategies to support student engagement and success.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and information in accordance with FERPA and applicable laws.
• Participate in professional development, curriculum planning, MTSS/RtI training, school improvement efforts, and district initiatives as applicable.
• Other duties as assigned by administration.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

• Must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an appropriate teaching endorsement.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution required.
• Experience providing reading and/or mathematics intervention is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RtI) practices preferred.
• Knowledge of research-based reading and mathematics intervention strategies and programs.
• Strong understanding of assessment, progress monitoring, and using student data to inform instruction.
• Must have a positive attitude and positive approach to meeting the needs of all students.
• Demonstrate strong classroom and small-group management using consistent expectations, positive behavior supports, and professional judgment.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to students with varying academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• Demonstrates consistent attendance, reliability, and professionalism.

Salary/Benefits

• Salary Schedule: Determined by years of experience and total graduate semester hours. A teacher can increase their salary by moving down the salary schedule with more experience, by moving horizontally toward the advanced degree columns, or by doing both.
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Additional Notes

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and actively supervise students for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move between classrooms and instructional settings throughout the school day.
• Ability to lift and carry instructional materials and classroom equipment as needed.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to behavioral, medical, or safety situations.