Title: High School Intervention Specialist

Who We Are:

The High School Learning Center (HLC) works with over-aged and under-credited students in the Lawrence Public Schools. We are an autonomous school located at 1 Parker Street Lawrence, Lawrence MA. HLC offers various pathways to graduation. Students at HLC can be enrolled full time or part time, have in-person classes, hybrid or online classes, or a flexible schedule personalized to meet their individual needs. Many of our classes are of a small size (8-12 students), allowing the opportunity for students and staff to build strong relationships.

HLC is committed to its work in becoming an antiracist organization. One critical element to that commitment is building and empowering a diverse staff that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose experiences share important points of intersection with those of our students.

Role:

As the Academic Interventionist, you will be a vital member of our Student Support Team. You will identify and design direct interventions for diverse students. You will assist in developing a systematic school-wide approach to Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). You will facilitate and coordinate the implementation of a classroom intervention program. Lastly, you will provide direct curriculum and instructional support services to teachers including effective strategies and intervention.

Opportunity:

You will have the opportunity to support some of the most resilient students on their pathway to graduation and beyond within a small setting. There is an opportunity to build strong relationships with both your students and their families.

Team:

You will work alongside the Student Support Team, SST, as well as the other staff members in the school. You will collaborate with the administration team and teachers to provide direct intensive intervention with students. You will meet with your team each week in a professional learning community for professional development, to talk about student work, and to support instruction. You will also receive ongoing supervision by a school administrator.

Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Data Analysis:
• Conduct assessments to identify students who are at risk or struggling academically.
• Analyze student data to determine specific areas of need and to track progress over time.
• Individualized Intervention Planning:
• Develop individualized Response-To-Intervention (RTI) plans for students based on assessment results and data analysis.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff members to implement intervention strategies both in and out of the classroom.
• Direct Instruction and Support:
• Provide direct instruction to students in small group (2-4) or one-on-one settings, focusing on areas of academic need(s).
• Offer academic support and guidance to students, including assistance with classwork, study skills, and organizational strategies.
• Progress Monitoring and Adjustment:
• Monitor student progress regularly through ongoing assessment and data collection through RTI cycles.
• Modify intervention plans as needed based on student progress and response to interventions.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Meet weekly with the Student Support Team to share progress and updates of RTI cycles.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to coordinate intervention efforts and ensure alignment with overall educational goals.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to schedule success plan meetings and provide updates on student progress and discuss intervention strategies.
• Professional Development and Training:
• Stay informed about best practices in academic intervention and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to academic intervention.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Certification/License in teaching or as a school counselor, adjustment counselor, or licensed mental health counselor (LMHC).
• Experience working with students who have diverse learning needs and backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with students, families, and colleagues.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based counseling techniques.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

The Lawrence Public Schools is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in relation to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity, housing status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or ancestry. This policy shall prevail in all of its policies concerning staff, students, educational programs and agencies, and with individuals with whom the Lawrence Public Schools does business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,372.00 - $84,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lawrence, MA 01843 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lawrence, MA 01843: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person