Academic Interventionist - C.P. Smith Elementary School - LTC

Academic Interventionist - LTC

C.P. Smith Elementary School

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

Burlington School District is seeking a passionate LTC Academic Interventionist to join a school committed to high levels of achievement for all students at C.P. Smith Elementary School. Essential skills include comfort, competence and knowledge in providing literacy and math interventions for elementary (k-5) grade set. Experience with co-teaching and/or collaborative teaching practices desired.

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:(include but not limited to)

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans, class activities, and a variety of instructional materials that facilitate active and meaningful learning. Develop lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established expectations.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Assess and record learning on an ongoing basis and adjust instruction based on the assessments.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in EST (education study team) and Special Educators to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities.
• Participate in scheduled in-service days and staff meetings.
• Use discretion in discussing school affairs, recognizing the value of positive school-community relations.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education, goals, and instructional objectives.
• Comply with Board and administrative policies, regulations, and procedures and reinforce students’ doing the same
• Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, bullying, hazing, zero-tolerance offenses, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining the personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to state law and board policies. Respond to emergency situations for the
• purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Attendance in accordance with established days/hours of work.
• Perform other tasks and duties as appropriate and/or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

 Job Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree or Arts or Science Required.
• Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License.
• Endorsement in Elementary Education (00) or eligible for Vermont Provisional License.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Attributes:

• Training and/or experience with English Language Learners.
• Experience in a professional/teaching learning community; experience in co-teaching/collaborating with other educators.
• Evidence of student-centered learning approaches including personalizing instruction and supporting students meeting core proficiencies
• Evidence of implementing inclusive practices for students with special needs.
• Ongoing educational post graduate coursework in education or subject area, including diversity, equity and inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary : $53,571 - $105,376