Horizons - Reading and/or Math Interventionist

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Horizons - Reading and/or Math Interventionist
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Department:
Horizons [UCH]
Locations:
Fairfield, CT
Posted:
Mar 8, 2023
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
PT No Benefits
Position ID:
159821
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Job Description:
Provide literacy/math assessments and targeted small group reading/math instruction.
Responsibilities Include:
Coordinate aspects of assessment & academic support and instruction, and planning for STAR Testing administration
Meet with classroom teachers to share observations/data and monitor academic growth for students receiving intervention
Consult with teachers regarding instruction, assessment and progress monitoring
Identify students who need additional support/intervention; develop individualized strategies
Lead small, targeted literacy and/or math groups daily
Communicate clear expectations and provide feedback on student progress to administration, teachers, and classroom staff as well as families
Write/assist teachers in preparing and/or writing student reports
Collect and review progress monitoring data for students receiving intervention
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Knowledge and Skills Needed:
Bachelor's degree required, master's preferred
3 or more years working as a reading/math interventionist, specialist, or schoolteacher
Thorough understanding of best practices for reading and/or math instruction based on current research
Ability to teach all aspects of literacy and mathematics
Ability to administer and interpret assessments and interventions, and group students for instruction based on the findings; share data with teaching staff and assist staff in gaining relevant insights about students
Additional Information:
Seasonal - Mornings only (8am - 12:30pm)
Dates of Program:
Training week - 6/19-6/23
Program Days 6/26-8/4
Clean up Days 8/7 - 8/8
Pre-Training Onboarding - Date TBD
Trainings generally run 9am - 4pm, Program days are 8am - 4pm
Statement of Personal & Organizational Responsibility for Inclusive Excellence
Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution's success is dependent on how well we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators, alums, and surrounding community. It is a mastery of inclusion that fosters a consistent sense of belonging. Inclusive Excellence is aspirational and is the pillar that guides the mission, vision, and function of this unit.
To achieve Inclusive Excellence, our personal and organizational responsibilities are to:
Actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
Participate in educational and developmental activities to increase awareness and competencies of issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; apply that understanding to guide your approach to all aspects of your job and the community as a whole.
Demonstrate that we are Stronger Together as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence statements
Application Instructions:
Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. A cover letter is appreciated.
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