ELA Interventionist

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: $60,000-$80,000, 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