Math Interventionist 24-25 - Washington, United States - Breakthrough Montessori PCS

Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Math Interventionist

Location: Washington, DC

Department: Academics

Application Deadline: Until filled

Employment Type: Full-time

Expected Start Date of Position: August 11, 2024

Reports to: Director of Student Services

Compensation: Salary starts at $57,000 and will be commensurate with degree and years of experience

FLSA Status: Exempt

About Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School

Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School's mission is to enable children to develop within themselves the power to shape their lives and the world around them.

Founded in 2016, Breakthrough Montessori is a public charter school in Washington, DC. In the school year, we will serve 388 students in PK3 through grade 6. At Breakthrough Montessori PCS, we believe in the unbounded potential of all children. Students of all races, classes, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds deserve a personalized education.

Our school is grounded in an institutional commitment to development, prevention, and community. We support human development through an uncompromising application of the time-tested Montessori instructional model. We support prevention through early learning, support, and intervention, enabling us to quickly and effectively address learning challenges. Finally, we support the community through an intensive engagement that fosters family engagement.

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is committed to equity in all areas of our school's work. We believe in the unbounded potential of all children. We are a supportive environment that seeks to employ a diverse staff reflective of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds.

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is a coaching school; all team members receive and give coaching to support professional growth.

Position Summary:

The Math Interventionist provides targeted intervention instruction to Tier 2 and Tier 3 students in the area of mathematics. The Interventionist provides individual or small group instruction to students who are struggling academically in math. This position is also responsible for monitoring, reporting, and communicating student progress and performance. The Math Interventionist is part of the Student Support Team and reports to the Director of Student Support.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

The Math Interventionist is a 10-month position. Typical working hours are Mondays from 8:00am-4:30 pm and Tuesday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm. Responsibilities include the following:

INSTRUCTION AND INTERVENTION

• Provide targeted math instruction and intervention to Tier 2 and Tier 3 students in grades PK3-Grade 6.
• Use research-based interventions in response to individual student needs.
• Maintain accurate records of lessons delivered, student follow-up work completed, and student attendance during sessions.
• Conduct progress monitoring of students.
• Communicates with teachers, administration, and families regarding student progress.
• Participate in developing Child Study plans for students with math needs, and advise staff around data collection and interventions.
• Prepare materials and lessons that meet the needs and interests of the children, are appropriate to their development and are based on Montessori philosophy and practice, best educational practices.
• Communicate clearly and accurately with children, conveying clear expectations and managing student behavior positively, respectfully, and effectively.
• Keep math support materials in good condition, maintain and grow the school's resources for math interventions, and order new materials as needed, as determined by the budget.
• Create an emotional climate that is warm and comfortable and in which children feel safe and nurtured and facilitate a cooperative learning community.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Use most recent knowledge in the field to collaborate with the Academic Team in supporting the use of Montessori materials to drive math outcomes for children at all levels, particularly children with lagging skills.
• Work with classroom and student support teams (during PD, Child Study, and office hours) on interpreting individual student math assessment scores to determine support strategies as needed.
• Holds office hours to collaborate with teachers to provide insight and guidance as they create plans for differentiated instruction in the classroom for accommodations and learning extensions as necessary.
• Support Professional Development of BMPCS faculty in the area of math.
• Have/develop a clear understanding of the Montessori philosophy in practice, in particular when it comes to math materials and implementation
• Keep up-to-date on current research on best practices for math instruction.
• Set and accomplish realistic and meaningful annual goals in consultation with the principal.

Required Competencies and Qualifications:

• Have a firm commitment to upholding the school's mission and anti-bias/anti-racist pedagogy.
• Possess a thorough understanding of how students learn mathematics
• Commitment to upholding the confidentiality of students and parents
• Proven ability to work as a member of a diverse team of educators
• Ability to effectively collaborate within a team
• An ability to consistently and effectively meet schedules and deadlines
• Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and consult with teachers and parents
• Highly organized

Education and Experience:

• Experience working with diverse populations of students, parents, and families.
• Bachelor's Degree required, Master's degree in a relevant field preferred
• Experience facilitating targeted small group/individual math intervention with primary and elementary-aged students
• Experience working with students who have gaps in mathematics achievement
• Proven ability to foster strong student outcomes in the area of mathematics
• Knowledge of differentiating mathematics instruction.
• Demonstrated ability in using assessment data to inform instruction
• Demonstrated understanding of adult learning strategies
• Montessori training/experience preferred

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums are subsidized by the employer
• Paid time off
• Paid Covid leave
• AFLAC
• TIAA Simple IRA Plan with employer contributions and matches after one year
• Free parking for staff
• Employer paid life insurance for $50,000

For information on Breakthrough Montessori PCS, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.