NorthStar Academies - Reading Intervention Specialist - Palm Springs, FL: bei EdisonLearning, Inc.

Job Summary

NorthStar Academies in Palm Springs, FL is seeking a Reading Intervention Specialist for Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy!

Job Summary:

The Reading Interventionist will lead the Achieve Learning’s Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) team and support tier two and three students needing intervention. The Reading Interventionist will conduct intervention, track data, host MTSS meetings, and contribute to the Student Study Team. The Reading Interventionist will support teachers in the classroom, teach intervention groups for identified students, lead professional development, and support the administrative staff in the coordination and implementation of school activities aligned with the Achieve Learning mission.

The Reading Interventionist uses a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources to teach content and skills to students in small- or pull-out groups. The Reading Interventionist is responsible for the academic growth of small groups of students. The Reading Interventionist will meet one-on-one or in small groups with students to assess their current level of performance and provide targeted instructions. The Reading Interventionist is responsible for keeping detailed records of their sessions with students and reviewing data.

This role works as a part of a team in order to meet the needs of all students. Because building relationships is a critical component of this learning environment, the team works together to identify student needs that may be barriers to success. Collaboration with team members to analyze different means of meeting student needs and communicating with students, parents, and other team members about student progress and plan for next steps, is an important aspect to the success of the achievement model.

Essential Reading Interventionist Responsibilities:

• Work individually or in small groups with students to assess current level of performance;
• Provide targeted instructional that meets the need of each individual student;
• Write lesson plans and analyze data under the direction of the Lead Teacher and Principal;
• Operate and care for instructional equipment used in the classroom;
• Stimulate local initiatives coupled with responsibility for student performance;
• Provide support for teachers in supporting the needs of students performing below grade level expectations;
• Contribute to a culture of professionalism among team members;
• Become proficient in the use of computer based instruction and software;
• Assist teachers with making instructional decisions based on student data;
• Assist teachers with creating instructional materials aligned to student needs and Achieve Learning 
• Curriculum;
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Key Relationships:

Internal: School faculty, staff, Students, Achieve Learning Support Team

External: School visitors, Parents

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Generally asks relevant an insightful questions to establish facts;
• Seeks to understand key decision making issues and characteristics when guided by others;
• Shows increasing understanding of Achieve Learning work processes and standards;
• Thinks to ask question about actions required to produce expected results;
• Expresses interest in taking on varied projects and tasks to develop new skills in most situations;
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers by being punctual, collaborative and maintaining a pleasant work attitude;
• Shows that he/she understands accepted professional conduct within the Achieve Learning environment by acting honestly and openly and responding positively to any feedback on professional conduct;
• Establishes appropriate and supportive relationships with students, parents and staff.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Arts / Science Degree in the related field;
• Appropriate / valid Teacher certification;
• Reading Endorsement or willing to obtain and add to certification;
• Minimum Three (3) years of teaching experience;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook;
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Benefits and other Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic Life/AD&D – company paid
• Voluntary – Life/AD&D, Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous time off schedule (Holidays, Personal, Vacation, and Sick Time)
• Retirement Plan
• Student Loan Assistance
• Employer Paid Teladoc Mental Health support network
• Perks at Work discount site

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Achieve Learning and NorthStar Academies to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law.