What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-26 Interventionist position at Achievement Prep Public Charter Schools?
25-26 Interventionist
Who We Are
Achievement Prep is an award-winning public charter school network dedicated to empowering underserved communities in Southeast Washington, DC. Our mission is to prepare students to excel as high-achieving scholars and leaders, not only in school but also in life.
Our Values:
All Scholars are Deserving: Every scholar receives an equitable, top-tier education
Love is at the Core: We embrace authenticity while setting high expectations
Exceptional Academic Results: Achieved through daily, data-driven, individualized learning
Platinum Teachers are a Main Ingredient: YOU are the key to excellent outcomes for our scholars
Families as Partners: Together, we do “three-generational work”
What You Will Do
Achievement Prep teachers are platinum! Platinum Teachers are determined and driven by the belief that high quality instruction, joyful rigor, and attention to the whole child has the most immediate impact on our ability to achieve our mission.
Your Work Matters!
Every week, you will…Be the content expert!
Work one-on-one, in small groups, and in whole class settings to provide support to scholars and staff to enhance skills daily
Use data to identify and support scholars in need of small group or individual intervention/acceleration to achieve mastery
Develop lesson plans, curriculum, and assessments to monitor scholar progress and program effectiveness
Consult frequently with classroom teachers on matters relating to instruction using our progress-monitoring instrument as a base.
Collaborate with school leaders in planning, conducting, and evaluating professional development around instructional practices
Support teachers in identifying scholars’ strengths and weaknesses and match these skills with appropriate techniques and materials.
Push-in to classrooms to provide small group instruction in connection with the lead teacher
Identify curricular resources, innovative ideas, and instructional strategies to ensure scholar achievement
Every week, you will…Be the “Family Whisperer”!
Establish and maintain relationships with scholars and families based on trust and respect, communicating effectively, proactively, and often regarding scholar progress, triumphs, and challenges
Attend, support, and participate quarterly Family Nights/events
Every week, you will…Grow!
Improve your practice through regular formal and informal observations, weekly coaching sessions, weekly professional development, data-driven reflection, and self-learning.
Be willing to take on additional responsibilities as necessary to fulfill Achievement Prep’s mission for our scholars
You Must Have
Bachelor’s degree or higher
2 years of experience as a teacher of record in a K – 12 setting, preferably in historically underserved communities
Teacher leadership experience (grade level lead, department chair, mentor teacher, etc.) is always a plus
Who You Are
You understand the power of education and have seen that power manifested either in your life or in the lives of others.
You are committed to serving historically underserved and marginalized communities knowing that your work is part of a larger ecosystem committed to transforming tomorrow today. .
You believe in a quality public education for all and are determined to serve every child that comes your way.
You are unapologetically mission driven and will do whatever it takes to advance the work and ensure scholar achievement.
You are excited about not just the work, but doing the work at Achievement Prep.
You are a results-driven educator who holds scholars to consistently high academic and behavior expectations because you know they can rise to the challenge and grow up to change the world.
The grind of our mission ignites you to look for or create the joy in your day-to-day and want to work with others who do, too.
What We Value
100% Scholars: You prioritize what’s best for scholars first.
Results Without Excuses: You set, track and achieve ambitious goals; and you own the mistakes.
Sweat the Small Stuff: You pay attention to the smallest details to ensure smooth, predictable, and effective outcomes.
Community Matters – Mightily: You show care and respect for others – even when the work is taxing.
Unapologetically Mission-Driven: You have a “whatever it takes” mentality in achieving the mission.
Many Minds, One Mission: You value and partner with parents and the community for the good of scholars.
Why Platinum Teachers?
Our teachers are worth more than gold, they’re platinum!
Development: Teachers receive ongoing (weekly or bi-weekly) development from school leaders:
Formal and informal observations and feedback
1:1 meetings to discuss teaching practice, scholar data, curriculum, and goals
Content team meetings
Wednesday afternoon professional development tailored to teacher needs
Compensation & Benefits: Achievement Prep offers highly competitive compensation and benefits
Medical, vision, dental benefits
Flexible spending accounts for transit, dependent care, and medical expenses
401k with automatic immediate employer matching up to 4%
It Pays to Stay: Upon completion of 2 full school years of service, employees become eligible for annual loyalty incentives
Gifts and Achievement Prep swag
Bonuses
Salary - $65,000 - $95,000 (max)
Achievement Prep encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. Achievement Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Salary : $65,000 - $95,000
