Secondary Math Interventionist - Kansas Connections Academy

Connections Education LLC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Connections Academy, a fully online public school serving Kansas students, seeks a Secondary Math Teacher/Interventionist. The role focuses on supporting students at risk of not meeting proficiency through targeted instruction and collaboration with math teachers.

Ideal candidates hold a Kansas Grades 6–12 Math teaching license and are skilled with online tools like IXL. The position is fully remote with occasional in-person events at specified locations in Kansas.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Kansas teaching license with Grades 6-12 Math certification.
• Strong technology skills and comfort with online learning tools.
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify at-risk students using grades and state assessments and develop intervention plans.
• Deliver targeted small-group LiveLessons and whole-class instruction to boost math mastery.
• Collaborate with math teachers on planning and student achievement initiatives.
• Provide training and support to families and monitor student progress.
• Utilize IXL and other approved programs with fidelity and integrity.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Team player

Remote work capability

Education

Kansas teaching license (Grades 6-12 Math)

Tools

IXL

LiveLessons

Job description

Secondary Math Teacher/Interventionist - Kansas Connections Academy

Job Category: Teaching

Requisition Number: MATHI018291

• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

Home-based, KS
10551 Barkley Street, Suite 113
Overland Park, KS 66212, USA

Description

School Summary:

Kansas Connections Academy (KCA) is a tuition-free, K-12 online public school serving students throughout Kansas. KCA opened in August 2001 as Elkhart Cyber School, and in 2010 the school became Kansas Connections Academy. KCA is operated in partnership between the Elkhart Unified School District 218 and a contract with Connections Academy of Kansas, LLC, to provide the educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and KCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.

Kansas Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

The KCA Secondary Math Teacher/Interventionist will support students who are at risk of not meeting competency levels on state assessments. Preference will be given to candidates with experience using the IXL program, teaching pre-Algebra, Algebra and Geometry, and facilitating engaging, collaborative whole-group and targeted small-group LiveLessons that promote student participation and skill development; however, these experiences are not required. This is not an Intervention Specialist role, but candidates should be skilled in supporting the unique needs of students struggling in math. A valid Kansas teaching license with Grades 6–12 Math certification is needed for this role.

The Math Teacher/Interventionist will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Identify at-risk students based on student grades and test scores that are below proficiency level, and could include:
• Attendance records, communication logs, RTI meeting
  minutes, grade retention records, and transcripts
• School-administered benchmark and diagnostic tests;
• Develop and implement individual intervention strategies to increase the likelihood that these students will stay in school, move on to each grade, and graduate on time;
• Work with students to develop an individual achievement plan to include the best program to meet academic and post-secondary goals;
• Provide training to parents of students identified as being at risk of not passing grades or graduating;
• Identify and link area social agencies with youth at risk of not passing and their parents/guardians
• Proctor school-administered benchmark and diagnostic tests as needed;
• Implement IXL and other high-quality, state-approved intervention programs with fidelity.
• Collaborate with math teachers to support instructional planning and student achievement.
• Other duties as assigned
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified to teach in Kansas
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student and family focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work remotely, while traveling occasionally for in-person meetings and testing
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication

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