Elementary Interventionist

Location: Barrington

Elementary interventionist

Position type:

Elementary school teaching/elementary interventionist

Date posted:

6/2/2026

Location:

Grove elementary school

Date available:

school year

Closing date:

06/04/2026

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Barrington community unit school district 220

Barrington, illinois 60010

Job description

Title:

elementary interventionist

Qualifications & requirements:

* valid and current elementary or primary-level illinois teacher license

* reading specialist certification (preferred)

* mathematics and esl endorsements (preferred)

* masters in literacy or mathematics education or related field or national board certification (preferred)

* evidence of at least three (3) years of exemplary classroom teaching experience (preferred)

* excellent communication skills

* a proven track record in the use of a rich array of instructional methods, the analysis and use of data and technology to improve instruction, and the ability to build professional relationships, solve problems, and plan collaboratively.

* evidence of planning, organization, and time management skills that will bring structure and accountability to the position.

* proven ability to apply literacy and mathematical content knowledge, formative assessment, and technology integration at a high level.

* deep understanding of student learning styles, brain-based learning, and differentiated instruction; relative to both content and language.

* desire to continue learning "what works" in literacy and mathematics instruction, as well as mtss.

Position overview:

To provide focused interventions to small groups of and/or individual students in accordance with our district and school mtss plans.

Reports to:

Building principal and director of school improvement

Essential duties & responsibilities:

* provides direct instruction to students identified as eligible for literacy and math services in individual, and/or small group settings, including push-in and pull-out services.

* uses identified needs to guide the learning process toward student achievement of the district's literacy and math content standards.

* establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects using formal and informal assessment data obtained from students.

* uses a variety of manipulatives and hands-on activities to support content standards and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

* creates a classroom environment and research-based program of study that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

* conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

* communicate student progress to parents and teachers on a continuous basis.

* collaborates, as needed, with appropriate school/district personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.

* strives to maintain and improve professional learning through professional development activities.

* leads mtss discussions and decisions.

* participates in discussions or activities focused on using research to improve literacy and math.

* participates in staff development focused on delivery of literacy and math core, intervention, and assessment.

Terms of employment: (completed by office of human resources)

Days/year

182 days

Benefits

D220 benefits

Salary

Bea salary schedule

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