ALABASTER CITY SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL INTERVENTIONIST - MATH
JOB GOAL: To ensure that students in Grades 7-8 identified with a mathematics deficiency are provided with intensive mathematics interventions based on student need.
RESPONSIBLE TO: School Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
An ACS instructional interventionist shall have all the following minimum qualifications:
1. A valid Alabama certificate in elementary education.
2. Bachelor's degree and advanced coursework or professional development in the science of learning, and the implementation of teaching mathematics through problem solving.
3. Minimum of two years of experience as a highly effective elementary teacher of mathematics, as demonstrated by student mathematics performance data and teacher performance evaluations.
4. Knowledge of scientifically based math research, special expertise in effective mathematics instructional strategies to accelerate student progress, dyscalculia-specific interventions, and data analysis.
5. Proficient in technology usage for instruction and data analysis.
6. Such alternatives as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintain and improve professional competence in the area of intervention related to mathematics deficiencies, especially related to dyscalculia.
2. Prepare for intervention and show written evidence of preparation upon request.
3. Deliver explicit and systematic instruction, in a small group format, that is differentiated, targeted, and designed to accelerate the most struggling of students with specific math deficiencies in lowest deficit skills.
4. Monitor progress regularly, maintaining accurate, complete, and correct records. Maintain confidentiality of student data in the process.
5. Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and in accordance with the system's established procedures.
6. Serve as a resource or make referrals as appropriate.
7. Assist with school-wide testing programs, including screening for dyscalculia.
8. Participate as a valued faculty member, maintaining professional and cooperative relationships with teachers, students, and the community.
9. Make reasonable provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
10. Perform other related duties during school necessary to the safe and effective operation of the school when requested by the principal.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine Months
EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provision of Board policy, teacher evaluations, and program fidelity checks.
SALARY RANGE: Appropriate placement on current salary schedule.
Skills Required
- Valid Alabama certificate in elementary education
- Bachelor's degree and advanced coursework in teaching mathematics
- Minimum two years of experience as an effective elementary math teacher
- Knowledge of effective mathematics instructional strategies and dyscalculia interventions
- Proficient in technology usage for instruction
What We Do
Alabaster City Schools is a public school district serving the community of Alabaster, Alabama. The district operates several schools, including elementary, intermediate, middle, and high schools, providing a comprehensive educational experience for students from Pre-K through 12th grade. The district is dedicated to academic excellence, student growth, and fostering a supportive learning environment for its diverse student body.
