Interventionist Job Description

About Laureate Academy

Preparing each student with the academic skills and strength of character necessary for school and life success, Laureate Academy educates students in Jefferson Parish for rigorous high schools, competitive colleges, and professional careers.

Teach at Laureate Academy

Laureate Academy understands that teacher quality is the most important factor that drives student achievement. We are relentlessly seeking teachers and support staff who strongly believe in our mission and vision and whose actions demonstrate high expectations for themselves, scholars, families, and their colleagues. We hire smart, driven people willing to work hard to realize our mission and who have the characteristics and experiences necessary to deliver ambitious results for scholars.

Qualifications

Laureate Academy has launched a focused and urgent search for committed, intelligent, hard-working educators.

We will consider candidates who:

• Embody Laureate Academy’s mission, vision and SCHOLAR values (Self-determination, Community, Honesty, Optimism, Leadership, Achievement, Resilience)
• Believe that there is not a more urgent task than providing an outstanding academic and character education to students
• Take ownership for the achievement results of their students
• Have a track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable student achievement gains or comparable results in their current field
• Work well with a team of high-performers
• Are goal-driven, analytical problem solvers, and embody a can-do spirit and strong work ethic
• Promote continuous improvement by being open to feedback; are self-reflective and humble
• Are dedicated to improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, reflection, feedback, best practices and regular assessment
• Possess excellent verbal and regular skills
• Communicate effectively with students, families and colleagues
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• A. Uses district approved curriculum
• B. Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development while providing feedback to encourage student growth
• C. Uses positive intervention strategies to support students and promote their social, emotional and physical growth and development
• D. Uses research-based literacy and/or numeracy intervention strategies to support students
• E. Participate in district-provided professional development related to best practice in content areas, assessment and RTI
• F. Communicates with families for requested information

• A. Identifies students needing Tier 2 and 3 support
• B. Collaborates with co-facilitators to guide behavioral and academic interventions, monitor student data and ensure teacher support
• C. Provides data driven strategies that address equitable practices for improving student experiences and achievement
• D. Facilitates a RTI framework for literacy and numeracy that supports differentiated instruction, closes the achievement gap and ensures high levels of learning for all students
• E. If serving as a Title 1 site, consults with Title 1 personnel (coordinate schedules, resources, training)
• F. Collaborates with the SPED team in referring students for evaluation

• A. Supports staff with testing and progress monitoring
• B. Supports principal with schoolwide data
• C. Analyze schoolwide data to prioritize intervention needs across the building
• D. Assist staff to analyze student achievement trend data (universal screeners, diagnostic assessments, progress monitoring tools, CFAs, state tests) in order to personalize instruction

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested including attending professional development/meetings, in-services and workshops.

Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture

• Embody and maintain school’s values, policies, and culture
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff
• Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress
• Effectively learn how to supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 students
• Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and more

Demonstrate a Growth Mindset

• Pursue challenging professional goals each year
• Give and receive positive and constructive feedback with your colleagues
• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development
• Performs other duties relative to the overall operations of Laureate Academy as assigned
• This job posting/description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Schedule

• Monday - Thursdays from 7:15AM-4:00PM
• Fridays from 7:15-end of dismissal (around 3:10PM)
• After school events as scheduled

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a salary aligned with the district scale and comprehensive health benefits. See our salary scale and benefits package at

Start Date:An exceptional candidate will assume a full time role on July 18, 2024 as a part of Laureate Academy’s summer professional development. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person