Interventionist Teacher (Math)

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Our Commitment: Amber Charter Schools understands specific groups are subject to marginalization. We believe these powerful groups should be centered in our community and are highly encouraged to apply. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation/affectional preference, gender (including gender nonconformity, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, and gender identity or expression), sexual and reproductive health decisions, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, age, familial status, partnership status, caregiver status, pregnancy status, uniformed service, military and veteran status, employment status, disability, political affiliation, height, weight or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, rule or regulation. Position Summary As an Interventionist Teacher at Amber Charter Schools, you'll play a vital role in helping every student reach their fullest potential. You'll design and lead engaging, data-driven lessons that meet students where they are and help them grow. You'll foster a safe, inclusive environment where curiosity is encouraged and every learner feels valued. At Amber, you'll join a community that believes all students can achieve at high levels. We provide strong support for students with disabilities, English language learners, and those identified formally or informally as at-risk, ensuring that every child has what they need to thrive. Essential Responsibilities Instructional Planning & Delivery Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students identified as at-risk and in need of math intervention. Implement a coherent, research-based curriculum, aligned to content and grade level specific scope and sequence guiding documents. Implement mandated services and supports, appropriate for current and targeted levels of proficiency. Modify, differentiate and extend learning experiences to engage all students, integrating intervention support as needed. Provide direct support, guidance, and/or collaborate with colleagues to address the needs of at-risk learners as requested. Document all syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, rubrics and other instructional materials and methods. Maintain accurate records by completing any required session notes, trackers and/or logs, documenting academic and behavioral interventions and other anecdotal notes. Use consistent school-wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroom. Implement various methods to promote a student-led and student-centered classroom. Student Assessment Track student proficiency and progress towards achieving learning objectives with formative and summative assessment tools. Analyze assessment results, utilizing data to inform and adjust instruction. Provide ongoing and timely feedback to students on their progress towards meeting expectations and achieving goals. Use student data to reflect on the effectiveness of lessons in order to improve instruction and personal practice. Assess students with respect to their proficiency and academic risk factors using the appropriate assessment measures. Learning Environment Teach and encourage the development of the AMBER core values. Develop and maintain a warm and firm learning environment that allows students to feel safe, take risks and be creative. Establish, model, practice and reinforce developmentally-appropriate rules and behaviors using clear and consistent procedures Formulate and implement behavioral management plans with individual students as needed Build positive and supportive partnerships with families. Communicate with families frequently and effectively, to provide them with information about services, instructional programs and student progress (report cards, parent/teacher conferences, etc.), maximize participation and respond to their concerns. Student Support & School Culture Model life-long learning through professional development and individual growth activities. Show evidence of utilizing constructive feedback to enhance the quality of learning experiences for students. Demonstrate teamwork, actively modeling cooperation and helpfulness for students. Engage in respectful and critical dialogue to contribute to the school's evolution. Maintain optimism and flexibility throughout the year. Encourage and support the growth of colleagues. Serve on school-based committees. Required Experience and Qualifications Bachelor's Degree 2 years experience as an effective and impactful educator in a middle school setting focused in the area of mathematics Experience in math intervention strategies Evidence of success advancing the learning of students identified or suspected of being academically at-risk. Familiarity with high-quality curriculum programs. A high d