Intervention Specialist

Job Summary Job Summary The Intervention Specialist provides one-on-one and small group support for students performing below and far below grade level. What You Will Do: Assess students frequently, examines student assessment data, and refines intervention activities to address individual student needs Develop and implements lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with Tennessee State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines Organize systems/procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning Establish a culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students Collaborate with Aspire team members to improve own and others instructional practices especially in math and literacy development; shares best practices Work closely with classroom teachers and education specialists to identify unique student needs; collaborates with team members and outside service providers to diagnose and address learning challenges Actively participates in professional development activities, including: training sessions and working with Lead Teachers, Principal and Instructional Coaches Provides instruction with the after school program and collaborates with After School Director to design and deliver professional development in literacy instruction to after school program staff Provides classroom teachers, students and parents/guardians with regular and timely information on student progress; finds ways to involve parents/guardians in their students' education Tracks critical student information and maintains accurate student records, including attendance, in accordance with Aspire procedures Demonstrate knowledge of, and supports Aspire Public School's mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and Requirements / Qualifications Requirements / Qualifications