What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Elementary School Mathematics Interventionist position at Warwick School District - MA?
Warwick Community School and District Vision
The Warwick Community Elementary School & District are committed to providing an innovative, engaging, and hands-on education to its students. Through nature-centered, place- and project-based learning, students study in and about the environment on our 25-acre woodland campus. Students learn to think critically and develop solutions for challenges faced both in Warwick and around the globe, particularly those related to the environment and social justice.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated part-time Mathematics Interventionist to provide high-quality math instruction and targeted interventions for elementary students who require additional support in mathematics. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with classroom teachers, special educators, and support staff to design and deliver evidence-based mathematics instruction aligned with the latest interventionist approaches and our district’s educational philosophy.
Key Responsibilities
Provide small-group and individual mathematics instruction targeted to students’ specific learning needs using research-based, effective intervention practices such as visual models, hands-on manipulatives, explicit strategy instruction, Illustrative Mathematics, Building Thinking Classrooms, Bridges Intervention, SRSD, Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI), Number Talks, and other evidence-based programs.
Administer, interpret, and utilize math screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring assessments, such as Universal Screener for Number Sense, to identify students in need of support and monitor growth.
Analyze assessment data to design intervention plans that address foundational math concepts, problem-solving, fluency, and mathematical reasoning.
Develop and implement lesson plans focusing on mathematical understanding, procedural fluency, conceptual development, and mathematical vocabulary. Build student understanding by engaging in concrete experiences, creating visual representations, and correctly manipulating abstract symbols.
Maintain detailed records of student progress, instructional plans, and communications with staff and families.
Participate in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and student support team meetings to ensure coordinated math intervention and student data analysis.
Model effective math strategies, differentiation, and inclusive practices for teachers and staff.
Communicate proactively with parents and caregivers about their student’s growth, strategies for home support, and progress toward math benchmarks.
When appropriate, integrate mathematics instruction with Warwick’s nature-based and place-based learning model.
Engage in ongoing professional development related to math intervention, data-driven instruction, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Required Qualifications
Teaching license for elementary education; teaching license for students with moderate disabilities preferred.
Proven track record of improving students’ mathematical achievement through evidence-based interventions.
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Mathematics, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Expertise with contemporary math intervention programs and mathematical diagnostic tools.
Experience administering, interpreting, and using progress monitoring data for instructional planning.
Knowledge of effective differentiation and intervention strategies for students with math learning needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a classroom teacher, special education teacher, or mathematics interventionist.
Experience with Illustrative Mathematics and Building Thinking Classrooms.
Familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and data-driven math instruction.
Experience supporting mixed-age or multi-level learning environments.
Knowledge of supporting students with dyscalculia or other mathematical learning differences.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Deep understanding of mathematics development, assessment, and intervention techniques.
Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, families, and support staff.
Strong organizational and data management skills.
Creative and flexible application of math strategies across classroom and outdoor environments.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive instruction.
Other Characteristics
Enthusiasm for supporting a community of mathematicians and lifelong learners.
Self-reflective and receptive to feedback for continuous professional growth.
Professional demeanor and adherence to ethical standards.
Reliability, punctuality, and strong sense of responsibility.
Unique to Warwick Community School
Ability to provide mathematics instruction that aligns with our nature-based, place-based, and project-based learning approach.
Commitment to collaborative, mixed-age instruction that values student voice and exploration.
Willingness to engage in outdoor mathematics activities.
Salary and benefits
Salaries and benefits are competitive with local districts and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Stephen Stroud, Principal, at sstroud@warwick-k12.us.
Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check and fingerprinting required for all new hires.
The Warwick School Committee is committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention, or other personnel actions affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, the Warwick Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to (and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on) any characteristic protected by Federal, State, or Local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.