Interventionist - Certified

Muscatine Community School District Jefferson Elementary
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Starting Date: Immediately

Muscatine Community School District

Job Requirements Analysis

POSTION

TITLE:

Interventionist

EMPLOYEE UNIT:
Muscatine Education Association

FUNDING SOURCE:
General Operating

FUNCTIONAL AREA:

Instruction

REPORTS TO:

Principal

STATUS:
Contract

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

NORMAL WORK DAY:
All members of the unit work an 8 hour work day which includes
30 minute duty free lunch.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The State of Iowa Department of Education sets certification requirements and such licenses are issued through the Board of Educational Examiners. Persons must hold an appropriate license to be employed.

OBJECTIVE:
To provide grade appropriate intervention services to our students.

Job Duties:

DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN CONTENT KNOWLEDGE APPROPRIATE TO THE TEACHING POSITION. The school counselor/social worker:

1. Understands and uses key concepts, underlying themes, relationships, and

different perspectives related to the content area.

2. Participates in development of learning/behavior plans for staff, parents, students, agencies.

3. Refers parents to appropriate outside community resources.

4. Uses strategies/lessons that meet the needs of students through individual, small group or large group sessions.

DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN PLANNING FOR INSTRUCTION.

The school interventionist:

1. Uses student data, local standards and the district curriculum in planning for instruction

2. Participates in the development of social, behavioral and academic success of all students.

3. Uses student developmental needs, background, and interests in planning for intervention.

4. Uses strategies/interventions that benefit all students.

4. Refers students/families to supportive outside programs. Collaborates with teachers in panning career programs, field trips, exposing students to a variety of career/work areas.

USES STRATEGIES TO DELIVER INSTRUCTION THAT MEETS THE MULTIPLE LEARNING NEEDS OF STUDENTS.

The schoolinterventionist:

1. Utilizes district standards to develop curriculum and/or activities.

2. Exposes students to materials that promote career awareness. Uses research-based instructional strategies in individual/small group and/or large group interventions.

3. Strategizes with parents and staff in developing individual plans.

4. Provides multiple types of activities that provide varied experiences to meet diverse needs and promotes social, emotional and academic growth.

5. Communicates special needs concerns regarding student/family with staff where circumstances are likely to affect academic/school performance.

6. Facilitates referrals to various youth organizations such as YM/YWCA, New Horizons, Community Health, and Family Resources.

USES A VARIETY OF METHODS TO MONITOR STUDENT LEARNING.

The school interventionist:

• Demonstrates understanding of and uses assessment data to develop effective intervention.
• Communicates assessment criteria and standards to all students and parents.
• Collaborates with staff and parents in using multiple assessments to guide planning and instruction.
• Guides students in goal setting and assessing in their own learning.
• Advises parents and staff regarding student behavior, social interaction skills and emotional well-being.
• Collaborates with staff and other district leadership in analysis of student progress.

DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT.

The school interventionist:

1. Creates a learning community that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-regulation for every student.

2. Establishes, communicates, models and maintains standards of responsible student behavior.

3. Develops and implements classroom procedures and routine that support high expectations for learning.

4. Uses instructional time effectively to maximize student achievement.

5. Creates a safe and purposeful learning environment.

ENGAGES IN PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

The school interventionist:

1. Demonstrates habits and skills of continuous inquiry and learning.

2. Works collaboratively to improve professional practice and learning..

3. Applies research, knowledge, and skills from professional development opportunities to improve practice.

4. Establishes and implements…