Math Interventionist

Description

Who We Are

Serving more than 3,300 scholars in seven schools across two cities; Jackson, Mississippi and Nashville, Tennessee, RePublic Schools is the only school network solely dedicated to reimagining public education in the South. 

Part of reimagining education in the South means that we confront the historic inequities that work against our scholars and actively work to dismantle those inequities. We are doing this by intentionally creating environments that embrace, honor, and celebrate our scholars’ identities and experiences, as well as the identities and experiences of every member of our community.

At RePublic, we cultivate a cohesive community of families, staff, and scholars committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure our scholars succeed. We are looking for a Math Interventionist in Jackson, MS. Candidates must share our unwavering belief that all children in Mississippi can achieve at high levels and change the world. Sound like you?

What You’ll Do

Overview

The Math Interventionist provides math instruction in a one-to-one or small group setting to improve specific math skills, or other foundational skills, of scholars with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support regular classroom instruction. Works with school Principal and Math teachers to design and create intervention plans of learning aligned with regular classroom math objectives and most appropriate for each scholar.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assessment of Scholar Needs: Conduct detailed assessments to identify the specific learning needs and challenges faced by each scholar. This includes using formal assessments like standardized tests, as well as informal assessments like observations and math tasks.

• Individualized Learning Plans: Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) or personalized learning strategies that cater to the unique needs of each scholar.

• Intervention Plans: Works with school Principal and Math teachers to design and create intervention plans of learning aligned with regular classroom math objectives and most appropriate for each scholar.

• Instructional Strategies: Utilize specialized instructional strategies that are effective for scholars with disabilities. This could involve using multi-sensory approaches, concrete manipulatives, visual aids, and technology that supports learning.

• Collaboration with Teachers and Parents: Work closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, and parents to ensure a cohesive approach to the scholar's education. Collaboration may include training other teachers on effective strategies for teaching math to scholars with disabilities.

• Monitoring Progress: Regularly monitor and document the progress of scholars against their set goals. Adjust teaching methods and learning objectives based on the scholar's progress and feedback from other educators and parents.

• Resource Development: Develop and adapt resources that are accessible and appropriate for scholars with various disabilities. This might include creating or sourcing large-print materials, audio recordings, or digital resources that are compatible with screen readers.

• Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest research and developments in math education and special education.

Emotional and Behavioral Support: Provide support for the emotional and behavioral challenges that may arise due to frustrations with learning difficulties. Strategies might include positive reinforcement, behavior modification plans, and working closely with school psychologists or counselors.

Qualifications

Who You Are

Our ideal Math Interventionist  will have an unwavering belief that our students can achieve at an exceptionally high level. Beyond that, a successful candidate is: 

• A steadfast believer that all students can achieve academic excellence, regardless of background

• A growth-minded tinkerer who is constantly learning, improving, and hungry for feedback

• A gritty problem-solver who is eager to approach challenges with smart solutions in mind

• An eternal optimist who supports and motivates your teammates by having their back

• A bond-builder, who believes that strong relationships are the lynchpin for strong schools

• A fervent planner who backward maps from big goals to drive daily actions

• A detail maven who recognizes that big things come from small, intentional actions over time

• A data-driven analyst who reflects and takes swift action based on results

• A proactive communicator who reaches out to students, families, and teammates

• Other qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • 3 years of continuous teaching experience in mathematics

  • Must meet certification requirements by the time employment begins (Mississippi teaching license or equivalent)