Reading Interventionist

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Petersburg City Public Schools

Administers informal and formal assessments. Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives. Designs and implements academic interventions using research-based methodology in reading and/or math using district and/or State-approved intervention resources. Differentiates instruction based on assessment data. Provides small group instruction. Documents interventions and progress on each child with whom you support. Shares student data with applicable teachers and administration. Provides pre and post-assessment data to teachers and administrators. Communicates with school personnel and parents of children regarding reading and/or math level and rate of progress. Participates in team reviews concerning academic progress for students who are struggling or are in need of services. Works with the school leadership team to guide and monitor the progress of each child. Assists teachers by providing professional development in the area of early literacy as needed. Participate in regularly scheduled Interventionists Meetings and determine next steps, in partnership with the principal, for the delivery of specific professional learning, district-provided resources, and processes at the building level. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of each student to ensure success. Manages classroom organization. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Job Specifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required) Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in the appropriate subject area. Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. Demonstrated ability in decision making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, and planning. Knowledge of a wide range of scientific subject areas. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed. Ability to organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.