About this role
Description
K-2 Reading & Math Intervention Teacher
Kansas City, MO
Description
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the K-2 principal, the Reading and Math Intervention Teacher will implement the District and school philosophy, goals, objectives and activities relating to all programs and policies of the assignment. The Reading and Math Intervention Teacher is responsible for providing direct instruction individually or in small groups to ensure student learning and academic success in reading and math.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following (other duties may be assigned):
- Supports K-5 teachers in the appropriate identification of students in Grade K through Grade 2 needing reading and/or math intervention
- Provides one-on-one and small group reading instruction to students needing reading or math intervention
- Works with classroom teachers to push in to the class for reading and math support, as needed
- Plans and uses appropriate, research-based instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of identified students in the area of reading
- Uses assessment data to drive instructional decisions on a daily basis
- Develops and implements daily lesson plans and small group activities, consistent with Missouri State standards and current research methodology
- Provides students with specific evaluative feedback
- Communicates effectively with students, teachers and parents
- Assists teachers with assessment of students to identify students who are academically at risk in the area of reading or math
- Demonstrates responsibilities including, but not limited to; parent communication, data collection, attendance at meetings, and enforcement of discipline standards
Reports to: K-2 Building Principal
Benefits: Retirement Program, Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance are available.
Requirements
POSSESS KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Effective strategies to teach reading skills and comprehension strategies to struggling upper elementary grade students
- Instructional needs students who are identified as “at risk for a reading deficiency”
- Planning, designing and implementing effective, research-based differentiated intervention lessons in academic content areas
- Multiple approaches to instruction and assessment
- District data reporting and tracking systems
- The use of technology in the delivery of curriculum and in the management of student data and assessment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Elementary Teaching Certificate That Includes KDG Through 2nd Grades
- Reading Endorsement or Masters in Reading - Preferred but not required
- Trained in identifying students that show signs of reading failure
- Trained in identifying students that show signs of math deficiencies
Other facts
About UNIVERSITY ACADEMY
UA92 Global offers international students the opportunity to study at the game-changing higher education provider University Academy 92 (UA92) based in Manchester with degrees awarded by Lancaster University.
Co-founded by Manchester United legends the Class of 92, UA92 puts character and personal development at the core of the learning experience with a strong emphasis on work ethic. Subject areas include Business, Media, Sport and Digital and top industry partners such as Microsoft and KPMG co-develop the curriculum and provide guest lectures, mentoring and more -to give students the tools to succeed in their future careers.
UA92 Global offers three entry points depending on academic and English language level – foundation, integrated year one and direct entry. Intensive English Language is also available for students that require extra support before beginning their studies.
All teaching takes place on the modern UA92 campus in Old Trafford, Manchester and the UA92 Global team are on-site to support students throughout their studies.
Multiple intakes each year and an accelerated two-year degree option give students the flexibility to start their studies when it suits them.
UA92 Global is part of Navitas - a leading global education provider.
What you'll do
- The Reading and Math Intervention Teacher provides direct instruction to students in grades K-2 to support their learning in reading and math. They collaborate with classroom teachers and use assessment data to tailor instruction to meet the needs of at-risk students.
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