Academic Intervention Specialist

Location:

Frankie McCullough Elementary

The Academic Intervention Specialist provides targeted, data-driven academic support to students identified as academically s role supports students in building foundational skills across core content areas, including literacy and mathematics. The Intervention Specialist works to close achievement gaps by delivering high-quality, small-group instruction, supporting intervention systems, and collaborating with school staff to ensure students receive the support necessary for academic success.

• Provides targeted, small-group instruction in reading and other core academic areas based on student needs.
• Implements evidence-based intervention strategies aligned to student data and identified skill gaps.
• Delivers Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework.
• Supports students in developing foundational academic skills, including literacy, numeracy, and learning behaviors.

• Uses multiple data sources (IREAD, ILEARN, iReady, diagnostics, formative assessments) to identify students in need of intervention.
• Monitors student progress regularly and adjusts instruction based on data.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress and intervention effectiveness.
• Collaborates with teachers and leaders to analyze data and refine intervention plans.

• Builds strong relationships with students to increase engagement, confidence, and ownership of learning.
• Supports students in developing positive academic habits and persistence.
• Motivates students to improve performance and take accountability for their learning.

• Collaborates with classroom teachers to align interventions with core instruction.
• Participates in PLCs, MTSS meetings, and data meetings to support school-wide improvement efforts.
• Provides strategies and support to teachers for differentiating instruction and supporting at-risk learners.

• Implements intervention programs with fidelity.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and district requirements related to intervention services.
• Maintains communication with families regarding student progress and support strategies.

• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
• Participates in professional development focused on intervention strategies and student support.
• Assists other personnel as needed to support an effective school environment.

• Evidence-based intervention strategies in reading and mathematics
• MTSS frameworks and tiered intervention systems
• Data analysis and progress monitoring tools

• Delivering small-group, differentiated instruction
• Using data to inform instruction and intervention decisions
• Utilizing instructional technology and assessment tools

• Support diverse learners with varying academic needs
• Collaborate effectively with teachers and school leaders
• Adjust instruction based on student response and data
• Build positive relationships that support student growth EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  Master's degree in reading, curriculum and instruction, or related field preferred

  Experience providing academic intervention to at-risk students strongly preferred

  CERTIFICATION

  Valid Indiana teaching license (Early Literacy endorsement preferred but not required)