Intervention Teacher, ELA - Elementary

Job Overview

Under the administrative direction of the Principal, the Intervention Teacher will work one-on-one and with small groups of students in need of academic intervention, specifically with phonemic awareness, phonics, blending and fluency.

Essential Functions

Instruction

• Work with Administration, the Director of Literacy, and teachers to analyze data and identify students who would benefit from intervention support.
• Provide direct instruction in the Science of Reading to identified students.
• Model instructional delivery of Synergy's core instructional materials for the Science of Reading to teachers new to Synergy and/or on an as-needed basis.
• Provide in-class support for teachers who are new to Synergy or in need of support in delivering instruction in the Science of Reading.
• Provide professional development to new Teachers and Instructional Assistants to share best practices and effective instructional strategies as needed.
• Stay informed of exemplary instructional strategies and current research specific to effective teaching and learning, particularly with regard to the Science of Reading.
• Assist with statewide assessments of students such as ELPAC and CAASPP.
• Attend mandatory meetings such as IEPs, Student Success Team meetings, staff and advisory-planning meetings, parent conference meetings, and more.
• Actively participate in a continuous feedback system including self-assessment, coaching, informal and formal observation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

School Culture

• Demonstrate knowledge and support of Synergy's mission, vision, policies and procedures, and charter petition.
• Establish a culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students.
• Be a constant presence and active communicator with parents and students at meetings, conferences, student activities and celebrations.
• Provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress.
• Maintain a professional manner when working with students, staff and parents/families via both oral and written communication.
• California Teaching Credential with English Learner Authorization
• 5+ years of successful K-12 teaching experience
• Knowledge of curriculum with specific expertise in literacy and the Science of Reading
• Experience in Professional Learning Communities and professional collaboration
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and function effectively as a teacher leader and ability to gain the confidence and support of all members of the professional learning community
• Evidence of continuous professional learning and a commitment to participate in professional growth opportunities and self-reflection on professional practice

Synergy Academies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, age, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other status protected by law.