Teacher Interventionist Part Time K-5 (3 Elementary Positions)

Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District Human Resources Office P.O. Box 127, Edcouch, TX 78538 Phone: (956) 262-6000 - Fax (956) 262-6032

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Job Title: Teacher, Interventionist k-5 (Part-time) Exemption Status: Exempt Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Works with: Students/Parents/Staff Days: 187 Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: 09.22.2026

Primary Purpose: The K-5 Academic Interventionist will support student achievement by providing targeted Tier II and Tier III academic interventions in small group settings to at-risk and economically disadvantaged students in Kinder through Fifth Grade. The Academic Interventionist will use data from diagnostic assessments, state assessments, district benchmarks, and any other district or campus assessment to identify students' areas of need and monitor student progress regularly to adjust interventions as needed. In addition, the Academic Interventionist will collaborate with teachers and campus instructional leaders to monitor the effectiveness of the Tier II and Tier III interventions. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree, required Bilingual or ESL Certification, required Valid Texas Teacher Certificate, required Core Subjects EC-6 or Reading Certification EC-6, required

Special Knowledge/Skills: Communicate effectively (verbal and written); utilize effective interpersonal skills; demonstrate knowledge of subjects assigned; exhibit general knowledge of curriculum and instruction; basic computer skills, familiar with Microsoft Applications; Deep knowledge of reading, writing, and literacy development (K-5); Knowledge of second-language acquisition in the English language development and supported English- content instruction; ability to fluently speak, read, and write English and Spanish.

Experience: Three (3) years Classroom Teacher, required Major Responsibilities and Duties: MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Consult frequently with classroom teachers and analyze student performance data to determine specific areas of need. Create intervention groups and schedules based on data analysis.

2. Develop customized intervention plans based on individual student needs. Adjust intervention plan as needed based on ongoing assessment data.

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3. Collaborate with teachers and other e ducational professionals to align interventions with classroom instruction.

4. Communicate regularly student progress to the students themselves, to other teachers as appropriate, to the principal and/or instructional leaders, and to parents.

5. Establish and implement a scientifically research based instructional support program to assure that students make optimal gains in specific areas of need. Utilize evidence based instructional strategies to address identified learning gaps.

6. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives and methods to address the needs of special populations [e.g. at-risk, economically disadvantaged, emergent bilingual students].

7. Plan, prepare and execute lessons, i nstructional strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students.

8. Document student progress and prepare reports on a regular basis as require by funding source.

9. Collaborate and work effectively wit h administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to monitor student progress.

10. Monitor and assess student achievement through informal and formal testing procedures. Regularly assess and monitor the progress of students receiving interventions.

11. Maintain equipment and curriculum inventories.

12. Assist students in analyzing and understanding the learning process so that they may become life-long learners.

13. Attend all meetings and in -service as directed and keep abreast of developments in curriculum/instruction as leadership is provided.

14. Seek continuous professional development growth that relates to the assigned program and that meets district requirements. Stay current on educational research and best practices related to academic interventions.

15. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible and be a positive role model for students

16. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of students and take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

17. Manage student behavior in the classroom adhering to the District Discipline Management Plan in accordance with Board policies, administrative regulations and Individual Education Plans.

18. Keep informed of and com ply with federal, state, campus regulations and policies for classroom teachers; compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other documents as require d by funding source.

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19. Maintain discretion and confidentiality.

20. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.

21. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator) in accordance with funding source guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer, iPad, and peripherals; standard instructional equipment. Other: copier, and multimedia equipment

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent prolonged, irregular hours and occasional evening meetings; occasional lifting or moving up to 45 pounds and over; monitor students for a prolonged period of time; monitor multi-tasks/projects; meet deadlines, develop effective relationship with students, and parents.