Interim Intervention Specialist

This is a full-time, interim Intervention Specialist position at Aspire River Oaks Charter School in Stockton.

• Assesses students frequently, examines student assessment data, and refines intervention activities to address individual student needs
• Develops and implements lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines
• Organizes systems/procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning
• Establishes a culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students
• Collaborates with Aspire team members to improve own and others’ instructional practices especially in literacy development; shares best practices
• Works closely with classroom teachers and education specialists to identify unique student needs; collaborates with team members and outside service providers to diagnose and address learning challenges
• Actively participates in professional development activities, including: training sessions and working with Lead Teachers, Principal and Instructional Coaches
• Provides instruction with the afterschool program and collaborates with Afterschool Director to design and deliver professional development in literacy instruction to afterschool program staff
• Provides classroom teachers, students and parents/guardians with regular and timely information on student progress; finds ways to involve parents/guardians in their students’ education
• Tracks critical student information and maintains accurate student records, including attendance, in accordance with Aspire procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support Aspire Public School’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior 
• Work in a school site setting 
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

• In–depth knowledge of literacy development and reading interventions
• Knowledge of child and youth cognitive development and different learning styles
• Knowledge of California State Standards
• Knowledge of assessments
• Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community
• Ability to work effectively with middle and high school students
• Specialist training in literacy and/or reading recovery

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s preferred.
• Valid California Multiple Subject Credential

• 2+ years as a classroom teacher
•  Experience working with K‐5 students, particularly those reading two or more years behind grade level

• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
•  Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.