Response to Intervention (RTI) Teacher

Primary Purpose:
Provide direct academic support services to identified students with appropriate interventions and
strategies. Work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide guidance. Work with students
individually and in small groups, bringing them up to grade level reading and/or math standards.
This is a grant funded position that will only be available as long as the grant is provided.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
Masters degree preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction assigned grades or subject
Knowledge of intervention instructional strategies and best practices
Ability to instruct students and manage behavior
Ability to interact positively with students, parents, and educators
Ability to analyze data to provide intervention support to at-risk students
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
5 years teaching experience with demonstrated student success
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
1. Provide direct instruction to students who are eligible for services in a small group, classroom, or
individual setting. Co-plan or co-teach lessons with grade level teachers. Model teach and best
practices, such as small group instruction.
2. Provide interventions for at risk students, preparing and delivering lessons that reflect the specific
academic intervention needs for each individual student.
3. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and technology
that reflects understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Differentiate
instruction individually and within a small group.

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4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and technology
that reflects understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Differentiate
instruction individually and within a small group.
5. Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of specific RtI strategies and interventions; conduct ongoing
assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
6. Communicate individual student progress regularly with appropriate school personnel and parents,
including data analysis and writing intervention reports.
7. Provide professional development to teachers who work with at risk students.
8. Provide guidance and support to teachers working with students in Tier II and III instruction.
Classroom Management and Organization
9. Create environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional
development of students.
10. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
11. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and
facilities.
12. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Professional Growth and Development
13. Reflect, plan, request and participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
14. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
15. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Other
16. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
17. Coordinate after-school program, such as tutoring.
18. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
19. Performs 100% of instructional duties on a Title I, Part A Schoolwide campus

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

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Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, instructional software, and other instructional
equipment
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom
equipment
Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours