Teacher, Academic Intervention

Focus School Software, LLC; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westside Elementary School is seeking a Teacher, Academic Intervention for grades K-5. You will provide targeted instruction in reading, mathematics, science, and language arts, focusing on tier 2 and tier 3 students using data-driven approaches.

Position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred) and an Elementary Education certificate or eligibility. Strong planning, collaboration with staff, and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Florida Educator’s Certificate or eligible to hold one (Elementary Education)
• Experience in elementary teaching and best-practice interventions
• Ability to implement Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions using data-driven methods
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Valid Florida Driver’s License or willing to obtain one within 30 days

Responsibilities

• Implement district initiatives in reading, math, and language arts
• Work with students in small groups or individually to address needs
• Match instruction to learner needs and use data to guide interventions
• Collaborate with school leadership to align with School Improvement Plan
• Prepare reports and maintain records efficiently
• Participate in district in-service on FCAT and intervention strategies
• Lead and support PST processes for tier 2/3 students
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Principal

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Organization

Team collaboration

Technology tools

Reading, writing, math

Leadership

Data disaggregation

Documentation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Teacher, Academic Intervention, Elem Sch

Job Posting Title Teacher, Academic Intervention

Facility WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Category OTHER ELEMENTARY TEACHERS

Classification 03-Instructional/VUE

Posting Number 32510317

Date Posted 08/17/2026

Closing Date 12/16/2026

Job Description

POSITION GOAL:

To provide professional instruction using effective intervention strategies with both small groups of students and individual students in the areas of academic curriculum. Particular emphasis on enhancing learning opportunities for students through “best practices” in the areas of data disaggregation, student need identification and implementation of prescriptive academic interventions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. *Implement district-identified initiatives and in reading, mathematics and language arts using the Volusia County Curriculum Guides, supplemental materials and district-adopted textbooks.
• 2. *Work directly with appropriate grade level students on academic intervention instruction and assessment to meet the needs of educationally disadvantaged students.
• 3. *Work with targeted students in small groups to motivate and promote mastery level success for students with identified academic deficiencies.
• 4. *Match instruction and materials to individual learner needs.
• 5. *Support the effective use of small group intervention strategies.
• 6. *Collaborate with the School Leadership Team to ensure that special efforts are consistent with the goals of the School Improvement Plan.
• 7. *Use excellent planning and organizational skills to handle paperwork and recordkeeping tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• 8. *Prepare and maintain accurate reports and all related forms and submit to supervisory personnel as required.
• 9. *Participate in district in-service opportunities related to FCAT and academic instruction for educationally disadvantaged children to continually update knowledge base.
• 10. *Support and implement research-based strategies based on the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) legislation to meet the particular needs of the students.
• 11. *Provide lessons in reading, mathematics, science and language arts that include “best practices” and address the academic needs of tier 2 and tier 3 students and other struggling students identified by data.
• 12. *Use appropriate verbal and communication skills with teachers and administrators to increase trust, collegiality, professional dialog and team building.
• 13. *Work as part of a team by establishing and maintaining working relationships that foster efficiency and productivity and promote cooperation with administrators, fellow employees, students, faculty and the public.
• 14. *Actively participate in all aspects the Problem Solving Team Process and attend (PST) meetings for students in need of tier 2 or tier 3 interventions.
• 15. *Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal.
• *Denotes essential job function/ADA

Position Summary

Position Code: 618300113

Subject: N/A

Grade level(s): K-5

School/Site: WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY

Required Qualifications/Certifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree in related field preferred
• Hold or eligible to hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in Elementary Education or related field
• Current training and experience in the teaching techniques for elementary students
• Ability to implement identified “best practices” in core curriculum areas as part of Tier 2 and Tier 3 student interventions
• Minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience preferred
• Evidence of participation or leadership in the area of staff development
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to acquire a Florida Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of employment, except in a case where accommodation is required

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective presentation and teaching skills
• Strong organization, planning and decision-making skills
• Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with both professional staff and school community
• Ability to use both manipulatives and tools of technology
• Ability to implement identified “best practices” in reading, writing and math
• Ability to implement accelerated learning in reading/ math for low achieving students
• Ability to provide leadership as a member of the instructional team
• Ability to process paperwork and log records effectively for easy retrieval
• Ability to accomplish tasks with minimum supervision

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

Salary Info

Base Salary: $50,000 - $51,500

Advanced Degree Supplement if eligible: $3,081 to $6,637