This posting is for an Academic Interventionist who will provide direct K–8 small-group instruction in reading, writing, and math, working within K–8 academic intervention systems across the district. The position is also responsible for Title I documentation and collaboration with the business office to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements.
Qualifications:
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
- Endorsements in Elementary Education or Special Education with Reading Specialist or related endorsements strongly preferred
- Demonstrated success in delivering small-group academic instruction
- Experience with MTSS, intervention planning/RtI, progress monitoring, and data-driven decision making
- Preferred: Training or familiarity with evidence-based reading and math interventions (e.g., DIBELS, Amira, 95% Group, Heggerty, Orton-Gillingham approaches, Bridges, Number Corner)
- Preferred: Training or familiarity with diagnostic standardized assessments (e.g., NWEA MAP Growth) and experience with data-driven decision-making
Required Skills:
- Ability to deliver high-quality small-group academic instruction aligned with evidence-based practices
- Strong understanding of reading foundations, structured literacy, writing instruction, and math conceptual development
- Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate data that informs instruction
- Skill in collaborating with teachers, aides, counselors, and administrators to design and implement MTSS/RtI supports
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, especially for Title I documentation
- Approaches work with curiosity, reflection, and commitment to continuous improvement
- Professional communication skills in working with students, staff, and families
- Ability to build community and support a positive, growth-focused school culture
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide targeted K-8 small-group intervention in reading, writing, and math using structured literacy and other evidence-based practices.
- Identify students for intervention through Leland’s MTSS process, using universal screening data, progress monitoring, formative assessments, and teacher input.
- Develop, implement, and monitor intervention plans, documenting progress and adjusting instruction based on reliable assessment tools.
- Collaborate closely with classroom teachers to support Tier I differentiation, model strategies through push-in support, and review student progress.
- Train and support intervention aides to ensure consistent, high-quality instructional support delivery.
- Collaborate with administrative/intervention staff on K–8 academic intervention systems and serve as an active MTSS/RtI team member, contributing to data meetings and decision-making.
- Administer and support assessment systems (NWEA, MSTEP, progress monitoring, etc.), including small-group testing, staff training, and data organization.
- Maintain accurate academic intervention records and assist in creating effective instructional schedules based on student needs.
- Collaborate with special education, counseling, and behavioral-health staff to support whole-child learning within the MTSS/RtI framework.
- Communicate regularly with families and staff about student progress and strategies for supporting learning at home.
- Participate in professional learning, school initiatives, and family-engagement events while modeling professionalism and supporting the district’s mission.
Salary:
Competitive salary, full benefits, and stipends depending on extra-curricular activities
