ELA Interventionist

Position: ELA Interventionist (26-27 school year)
Position Type:

Middle School Teaching/English

Date Posted:

2/13/2026

Location:

College Achieve Central Charter School

Closing Date:

06/08/2026

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ELA Interventionist

Location:

College Achieve Central Charter School/ Plainfield, NJ

Organization:
College Achieve Public Schools

Position Overview

College Achieve Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and student-centered ELA Interventionist for a middle school to provide targeted support for students who need additional instruction in reading. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in reading development and intervention, and a passion for helping students build foundational literacy skills. This role is critical to ensuring that every scholar has the tools to succeed academically and thrive in a rigorous college-preparatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Observe and assess students in various instructional settings to evaluate reading abilities and instructional needs

* Conduct diagnostic assessments and analyze data to inform instruction and intervention strategies

* Design and implement individualized and small group intervention plans to support reading comprehension, phonics, fluency, and vocabulary

* Use evidence-based instructional strategies aligned with the Science of Reading and other best practices

* Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, and administrators to align interventions with classroom instruction and goals

* Communicate student progress regularly with teachers, families, and administrators

* Provide one-on-one tutoring and small-group instruction as needed

* Facilitate group lessons for students with similar instructional needs

* Create engaging learning activities and materials tailored to diverse learners

* Support classroom instruction by modeling effective literacy strategies and coaching staff as needed

* Maintain accurate student records and progress monitoring documentation

* Participate in all professional development sessions and contribute to a collaborative school culture

* Perform additional duties as assigned by school leadership

Required Qualifications

* Valid New Jersey K6 Certification

* Reading Specialist/Reading Certification preferred

* Minimum of three years of job-related experience, such as classroom teaching or reading intervention

* Demonstrated knowledge of reading assessment tools and intervention programs

* Familiarity with structured literacy practices and differentiated instruction

* Must pass a criminal history background check and meet all state employment requirements

Compensation & Benefits

* Salary range: $60,, based on experience

* Signing and Retention bonus available

* Comprehensive benefits package, including:

* Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

* NJ State Retirement Plan (Pension)

* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

* Professional development assistance & access to a lesson plan repository

* Staff referral program

* Extended time off during Thanksgiving and winter breaks

Evaluation

ELA Interventionists are evaluated annually based on student outcomes, instructional effectiveness, collaboration, and alignment with school and state literacy goals.

Skills & Attributes

* Strong knowledge of literacy development and intervention strategies

* Skilled in assessment and data-driven instruction

* Effective communicator and collaborative team member

* Organized, reflective, and committed to student success

* Passionate about equity, access, and helping struggling readers reach grade-level proficiency