Academic Intervention Specialist

Location 2233 Hunter Place Southeast, Washington, DC, 20020, United States Base Pay $45.00 - $50.00 / Hour Employee Type PT Non-Exempt Manage Others No Horton’s Kids partners with more than 700 children and families in Southeast Washington, DC to ensure every young person graduates from high school ready for success in college, career, and life. We make a 13-year commitment to each child and provide integrated, year-round support across three pillars: Educational Attainment, Family Stability, and Safety & Belonging. We operate place-based programs in Anacostia, with a central Hub and two Community Resource Centers located inside the apartment buildings where many of our families live. Any child or caregiver living within a half-mile of our Hub can access comprehensive services, including high-impact tutoring, after-school and summer programming, social-emotional learning, college and career readiness, mental health and wellness resources, groceries and essentials, and community safety initiatives. Our work is rooted in the belief that children thrive when their families and communities are supported. We strengthen the ecosystems surrounding each child by partnering with caregivers, schools, and community organizations to expand opportunity, reduce barriers, and foster lasting stability and belonging. As an organization serving communities impacted by decades of disinvestment and systemic inequities, we know these challenges disproportionately affect people who are Black, Indigenous, and people of color; people with disabilities; LGBTQ+ individuals; people from low-wealth backgrounds; and women. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging, and we strongly encourage candidates from marginalized communities to apply. Summary Horton’s Kids is seeking a dedicated and dynamic part‑time Academic Intervention Specialist to lead Horton’s Kids’ high‑dosage literacy and math tutoring programs for elementary, middle‑school, and/or high‑school aged participants. This position reports directly to the Manager of Programs and School Advocacy and collaborates with the Youth Program team. Academic Intervention Specialist will implement the high‑dosage tutoring curriculum through small‑group structured interventions. Responsibilities Create, submit, and implement effective instructional lesson plans with clear learning outcomes for literacy and/or math interventions using provided curriculums. Consistently track student data using progress‑monitoring tools. Deliver targeted small group and one‑on‑one academic interventions in literacy and math based on assessment data and individual participant needs. Implement appropriate accommodations and modifications to meet varying student need. SEL and Behavior Management Integrate trauma‑informed practices and mindfulness activities throughout tutoring sessions. Lead small‑group social‑emotional curriculum activities. Prioritize students’ social and emotional learning and growth. Build positive relationships with students. Qualifications 2+ years as an in‑person classroom teacher. Must have 1+ years’ experience using an evidence‑based literacy or math intervention curriculum. Demonstrated experience creating literacy and/or math intervention lessons. Knowledge of Special Education, IEP and 504 plans, and the educational landscape of DC. Experience with administering academic assessments and creating individualized supports based on data. Strong PBIS‑based behavior management skills. Experience working with children and families who come from systematically marginalized communities. Demonstrated commitment to racial equity and social justice for children and families. #J-18808-Ljbffr