Elementary Academic Intervention Specialist

Who We Are:

At Harlem Children’s Zone, our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Promise Academy delivers exceptional education alongside holistic support—empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve.

We’re seeking an Academic Intervention Specialist who shares our goal: to get all our scholars to and through college.

The Academic Intervention Specialist has experience working in a K–5 environment and using data to support targeted small groups of students to close gaps in math and language arts. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of achieving high growth in content knowledge for math and ELA, implementing differentiation and scaffolding strategies, and making decisions based on data. The Specialist will execute data-driven strategies that support high growth for students in need of academic intervention.

• Utilizing research-based strategies and resources, deliver direct instruction to scholars - individually or in small groups - through a combination of push-in and pull-out models.
• Analyze data to identify scholar needs and evaluate the effectiveness of academic support tiers, using assessment data for strategy, instruction, and accountability.
• Set scholar goals and instructional outcomes, based on specific scholar assessments in ELA and math.
• Track scholar progress through various assessments and data collection methods, adjusting interventions as needed.
• Support in conducting assessments. Work with teachers and other staff to pinpoint scholars who are falling behind academically.
• Work with classroom teachers, MTSS Team, and school leaders to facilitate the coordination of the intervention programming.
• Communicate regularly with teachers, parents, and other school staff to ensure a coordinated approach to scholar support.

• Monday – Friday
• 10-month school year with optional summer opportunities for additional pay

• Master’s degree in education or a related field
• Valid NYS Teaching Certification (upper elementary or special education/literacy, all grades)
• At least two years of experience teaching in an urban school setting
• Experience with progress monitoring

We’re passionate about hiring outstanding special education teachers who are dedicated to helping our scholars thrive. In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package because we believe our teachers deserve it!

• Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
• No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• $6,000 sign-on bonus for lead teachers
• Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Annual and performance-based bonuses

Additionally, teachers receive a personal laptop, access to Smartboards and tablets, and biweekly professional development. Our educators are supported by a dedicated team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers, all committed to your success and that of our scholars.

The Academic Intervention Specialist salary ranges from $71,000 - $137,000. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.

Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.

Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.