About this role
Location: TCAPS Montessori
This is a long-term guest teaching assignment, paid hourly and not health insurance/benefit eligible.
It is full-time (based on 7.0 hours/day for 163 working days) Applicants may also be required to complete the ESS Midwest/Willsub application as a guest teacher. General Summary: An Elementary Academic Interventionist will work directly with At-Risk identified, Tier 2 students as chosen by classroom teachers and/or the building Principal with the goal of using sound instructional techniques and progress monitoring to elevate student performance. Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assists classroom teachers and/or building Principal in identifying Tier 2 students
• Models the best use of instructional practices for student learning and the use of data to inform instructional decisions
• Uses technology tools to enhance instruction and student learning
• Manages the use of all aspects of the use of technology tools
• Assists the Principal with the creation and communication of procedures for technology use, as needed
• Communicates weekly with classroom teachers regarding student progress and determine adjustments in instructional practices as needed
• Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Minimum education requirement of a Bachelor's degree in Education, with a valid Michigan teaching certificate.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.
• Demonstrated use of best practices, beliefs and results for learning for all.
• Previous experience working with children.
• Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
• Strong and effective communication skills with students and adults, individually as well as in small or large groups.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to assist with maintaining records of student progress.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to resolve conflict.
• Dependable, reliable, and protective of sensitive/confidential information.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying. Must have the ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work-related tasks with and without students.
• The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
• Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
• Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
Environmental Conditions: Incumbents work in indoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures, including work on slippery and/or uneven surfaces. Work environment includes working around students, school equipment, and office equipment. Work Schedules: Must be available to report during the school year consistent with the district's school year calendar. Background Checks: The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.