Intervention Teacher at Emerald Charter Schools in Knoxville, TN

JOB TITLE:
Intervention Teacher

REPORTS TO:
Director of Specialized Services

STATUS:
Full-time salaried, exempt

 

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Intervention Teacher provides targeted academic support to students who need additional instruction to meet grade-level expectations. This role involves analyzing student data, planning and delivering small-group instruction, and monitoring progress to ensure growth. The Intervention Teacher collaborates closely with classroom teachers to align support with core instruction and school priorities. Strong instructional skills, adaptability, and a commitment to closing achievement gaps are essential. This position plays a critical role in ensuring all students receive the support they need to succeed in alignment with RTI (response to intervention).

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Provide targeted small-group and/or one-on-one instruction based on scholar needs
• Analyze assessment data to identify skill gaps and group scholars effectively
• Develop and implement intervention lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards
• Monitor scholar progress regularly and adjust instruction as needed
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align intervention with core instruction
• Maintain accurate records of scholar performance and intervention outcomes
• Support the implementation of school-wide academic priorities and initiatives
• Communicate scholar progress with teachers, families, and school leadership
• Utilize research-based instructional strategies and intervention programs
• Assist in preparing scholars for assessments through focused skill reinforcement
• Attend and provide feedback at RTI meetings 
• Utilize Aimsweb Plus to administer Benchmark Assessments three times a year and weekly progress monitoring

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• TN educator license not required, but strongly preferred.
• Must meet highly qualified status for area(s) will be teaching. Teaching experience preferred but not required. 
• Must possess a passion for the work itself.
• Must thrive in an innovative environment.
• Must work collaboratively to form creative solutions.
• Must have record of demonstrated expertise in their domain –grade-level, and in teaching literacy.
• Must demonstrate a growth mindset-Flexibility to learn new methods and present ideas to improve learning and the school.
• Must believe all kids can learn and achieve at high academic levels.
• Must commit to being an active part of a staff that will never tire in its efforts to have all our scholars succeed academically.