Interventionist/TOSA- Short Term bei undefined

JOB TITLE: Interventionist 

REPORTS TO: School Directors & Leadership Resident and/or Designee

CLASSIFICATION:  

WHO WE ARE                                                                                                 (ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW)

We employ a diverse, empathetic, and passionate team who value collaboration, integrity and the desire to be a servant leader. We are committed to excellence and work tirelessly to improve learner outcomes, by empowering learners through Project-Based Learning, Individualized Learning and Social-Emotional Learning. We are committed to being self-directed, participating in ongoing personal and professional development, problem solving, and embracing a growth mindset. With our unwavering commitment to excellence, we are confident that our team will thrive and succeed in all areas of their lives.

THE OPPORTUNITY                                                                                                 (POSITION OVERVIEW)

Reporting to the Director and Leadership Resident, the Interventionist Instructor is responsible for supporting learner outcomes for identified at promise learners. The Interventionist provides individual or small group instruction to learners who are struggling to meet grade level content standards, develops materials and lesson plans, and evaluates and assesses learner performance. The interventionist will also meet with learners/families and educational facilitators, interpret progress, and inform pertinent parties about learner strengths, weaknesses, and progress. The focus of the intervention specialist is to develop a learner-centered intervention system that effectively works to close the achievement gap in mathematics. The goal of the intervention specialist is to ensure that learners are able to master grade level standards and curriculum.

WHAT YOU WILL DO                                                                          (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Support staff and perform duties as assigned and outlined by the directors.

• Respond to all emails and communication within 24 hours during the school week.

• Provides high quality mathematics instruction to learners identified as eligible for math services in
  individual or small groups.

• Provide instruction through an on-line platform effectively; provide in-person instruction/workshops, as needed.

• Gather, compile, and disaggregate data; link data to learning and instruction.

• Use data to provide differentiated instruction to learners and to bring their math skills to grade-level.

• Create lesson plans and resources for one-on-one instruction or small group instruction.

• Collaborate with educational facilitators, administration, and families to help identify best practices
  for individual and small groups of learners.

• Use identified research-based interventions that focus specifically on individual learner needs.

• Maintain data-based documentation of continuous monitoring of learner performance and progress.

• Provide data to school teams and participates in decisions about learner progress.

• Communicate with educational facilitators, administration, and families regarding learner progress.

• Participate in meetings with educational facilitators, administration, and families to discuss learner
  placement and progress.

• Provide diagnostic assessments for learners as needed.

• Provide input for program development.

• Create and maintain a schedule of math intervention classes.

• Support the total school program by observing curricular and extracurricular learner activities.

• Follow up with learners that exit the interventionist program.

• Complete other duties as defined by the Director(s) of the program or other school leaders.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be self-directed by taking initiative and responsibility for your work.

• Work  in a collaborative, team based and innovative environment.

• Commit to Excellence by seeking ways to improve and exceed expectations or Commit to excellence by seeking to raise the bar for self and team.

• Prioritize the growth and needs of the team, lead by example, and foster a supportive work environment.

• High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.

• Approach problems and challenges with a human-centered creative mindset, seek to understand, develop multiple solutions to find the best answer.

• Helps create a positive culture by being committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion promoting ethical behavior and social responsibility within the workplace.

• Be authentic, own your strengths and weaknesses, ask for help when needed, be honest and transparent in your communications, working towards common goals that are  meaningful to you and the team.

• Represent iLEAD and the school in which work  in a positive and professional manner in all interactions and communications.

• Pursue continuous improvement and maintain professional competence through seeking out opportunities to develop new knowledge skills and perspectives. This includes participation in professional development activities offered and self-selected professional growth activities

• Perform other responsibilities as defined by the designated supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Communicating with others to exchange information. 

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

• When needed to support a school or education program, must have the ability to travel by public transit as well as operate a vehicle for self-transportation purposes between worksites.

• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

• May encounter outdoor elements: high (>90)/low (<60) temperatures, precipitation and/or wind.

• Ability to work in situations involving the need to make informed and quick decisions.

• Ability to supervise/manage workers and delegate as needed in project management situations.

• Reading detailed documentation and analyzing data sets. 

• Writing professionally, both by hand and utilizing computer software.

• Speaking in public settings including making public presentations to large and small groups. 

• Dealing and navigating professionally through high-stress situations.

*The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING                                                                                              (QUALIFICATIONS)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• CA teaching credential and/or equivalent years of experience.

• Demonstrate proficiency in technology skills with the ability to learn and use online platforms,
  systems and software to support learning and record keeping.

• Previous experience with homeschool or independent study programs preferred.

• Demonstrate ability to perform tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Demonstrate standards of moral character and maintain a professional demeanor to serve as an
  effective role model for learners.

• Exercise mature judgment in working with confidential information.

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.

• Work independently, be a self starter, problem solve and multi-task.

• Establish and maintain friendly, cooperative and effective working relationships with all learners,
  families and staff.

• Exhibit an enthusiasm for learning and the belief that each learner can and will succeed.

• Understand, recommend and support a variety of learning styles, philosophies, and approaches to
  better support the homeschool endeavor.

• Willingness to be involved on teams and committees to support the school’s mission and vision.

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 iLEAD California  is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff.

iCA promotes equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. In doing so, we comply with local, state, and federal laws and   regulations to ensure an equal employment opportunity for everyone. We don’t discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, military service obligation, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Our policies and personnel practices are intended to ensure that all of us are treated equally with regard to recruiting, hiring, and advancement, and our decisions on employment are made to further the principle of equal employment opportunities for employees.