Academic Interventionist

# **Who We Are**Meeting Street Schools is a groundbreaking network of four South Carolina schools with a mission of “empowering children with the excellent, life-changing education they deserve.” We were founded in 2008 to give hard-working students the opportunity to receive an education that will transform their lives. We are ambitious in our commitment to families, and we expect the same in return. We value exceptional teaching, life-changing student achievement, innovation and a growth mindset, and gratitude and responsibility.# **Who We're Looking For**We exist to change the status quo in education, and we seek individuals who strongly align with our mission. We look for those who refuse to compromise and see education as the gateway to opportunity. We hold high expectations for ourselves and our students. Our team strives to meet a bar of excellence, and we constantly challenge ourselves to get better and evolve our approach. High performers and leaders are encouraged to apply.# **The Role**Academic Interventionists at Meeting Street Schools are strong teachers who deliver targeted, purposeful, differentiated instruction to students who need support with accessing grade-level materials. Support for students will range across grade levels and content areas. Student achievement will be measured through progress monitoring against grade-level standards; thus, academic interventionist success will be measured by student achievement. By providing individualized academic support, Interventionists play a pivotal role in ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed.****Responsibilities***** Applies deep content and pedagogical knowledge to move students closer to grade-level proficiency* Creates engaging, rigorous lesson plans* Implements robust, outcome-based intervention plans that sequence and scaffold learning to maximize student access to grade-level standards* Leverages the collective understandings of the multidisciplinary/MTSS team to increase student outcomes* Uses data from student work, assessments, and observations to refine interventions and support* Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervisor****Skills and Characteristics***** A commitment to the of Meeting Street Schools and an unwavering belief that all students can and will succeed* A deep love of content with an achievement and outcomes orientation* Strong instructional and classroom management skills* High level of personal organization and planning* Desire to master content and enthusiasm for subject matter* Ability to inspire, motivate, and engage children****Educational Background and Work Experience***** A bachelor’s degree is required.* South Carolina Special Education Certification is preferred* A minimum of two years of homeroom teaching experience* Strong instructional skills, demonstrated through proven academic outcomes as a classroom teacher* Experience and/or certification in Orton-Gillingham instructional methods is preferred****Compensation and Benefits:****The starting salary for the Academic Interventionist is $66,000 - $76,000, and is commensurate with experience. Additionally, Meeting Street Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:* Health, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance* Life Insurance and Disability* Employee + Family Wellness* Tax-Favored Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_*Meeting Street Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer.* *Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and are not based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, uniformed service, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor or characteristic protected by applicable law.*Meeting Street Schools is a groundbreaking network of four South Carolina schools with a mission of “empowering children with the excellent, life-changing education they deserve.” We were founded in 2008 to give hard-working students the opportunity to receive an education that will transform their lives. We are ambitious in our commitment to families, and we expect the same in return. We value exceptional teaching, life-changing student achievement, innovation and a growth mindset, and gratitude and responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr