Academic Interventionist - Title I (Math & Science)

Job Description:

The Math and Science Academic Interventionist delivers targeted instruction to strengthen core STEM competencies across elementargrade levels. In this dual-focused role, you will provide foundational Math Intervention for Kindergarten through 5th Grade and Science Instruction (Remediation & Enrichment) for 4th and 5th Grade.

This person will participate in division-level professional development in order to learn expectations for the purpose of alignment of division initiatives. Additionally, the Interventionist will learn and implement the most effective research-based pedagogical and content strategies. The ideal candidate leverages student data to diagnose skill gaps, creates engaging hands-on experiences, leads schoolwide family science initiatives, and collaborates with classroom teachers to accelerate student achievement. This is an 10-month, 195 day Licensed position, reporting to the School Principal.

Qualifications:

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, Mathematics, Science, or a related field, A Master's degree preferred.

• Certification/License: A Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional, Collegiate, or PostGraduate License, with an endorsement in Elementary Education PreK-5.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of teaching or intervention experience in elementary education (K-5 experience preferred).
• Knowledge of effective instructional practices in education for diverse learners, across races and ethnicities, including English Learners, students with disabilities, and economically disadvantaged students.
• Knowledge of, and commitment to, implementing the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) or similar systems of student support.
• Knowledge and experience administering diagnostic and progress monitoring assessments to target specific skills and concepts.
• Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Experience with research-proven interventions focused specifically on individual student needs.
• Experience with progress monitoring, data analysis, and documentation of student progress in order to inform instruction.
• Ability to reflect on instruction and student progress in order to plan for instructional adjustment
• Experience organizing schoolwide events such as science fairs or STEM nights is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of early and upper-elementary math progressions (K-5), expertise in upper-elementary science standards (4th-5th), and familiarity with MTSS/RTI frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

K-5 Math Intervention

• Deliver targeted, research-based math interventions in small group or push-in settings for students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
• Build foundational numeracy, place value, and problem-solving skills tailored to developmental levels from early childhood through upper elementary.
• Use diagnostic assessments and progress-monitoring tools to adjust support plans and track growth over time.

4th & 5th Grade Science Instruction (Remediation & Enrichment)

• Design and execute hands-on, inquiry-based science lessons specifically for 4th and 5th-grade students.
• Differentiate instruction to support struggling learners with core concepts while offering high-interest STEM extension projects for advanced students.
• Incorporate interactive lab experiments, scientific inquiry methods, and real-world applications into daily teaching.

Data Management & MTSS Collaboration

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, benchmark data, and intervention logs.
• Collaborate regularly with K-5 classroom teachers to align intervention goals with grade-level pacing.
• Active participation in Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) / Response to Intervention (RTI) team meetings to evaluate student progress across grade bands.

Family & School Community Engagement

• Plan, organize, and lead family science engagement events (e.g., Family Science Night, STEM Workshops) and manage the annual school Science Fair.
• Communicate progress regularly with parents and guardians, offering actionable home support strategies.
• Foster a positive, growth-oriented learning environment that encourages confidence in STEM subjects.

Compensation:

• Step Placement and Salary for this position is determined by The ACPS Teachers and Other Licensed Staff Salary Scale

• FLSA Status: Exempt position - This position is classified as exempt, meaning it is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.

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