Math Interventionist (Certified)
Memphis, TN
School-based – Support /
Full-time /
On-site
ABOUT US
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools (www.freedomprep.org) is a K-12 charter school in Memphis, TN. Our mission is to prepare all students in grades K-12 to excel in college and in life. Freedom Preparatory Academy opened in August of 2009 with a class of 96 6th graders. We now serve over 2,100 students in grades PreK-12. Our students have exceeded local and state averages in math and local averages in English language arts on the state exam.
We have three core beliefs that drive our mission:
1. Every child deserves the right to a high quality public education
2. A foundation in character development is essential
3. Direct exposure to an array of opportunities and experiences provides each child with the self-confidence and social knowledge to compete globally.
We will accomplish our mission through a highly structured, academically rigorous environment where students will master the core subjects, develop advanced academic skills, and demonstrate the school’s core values of: Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Excellence, and Community.
The Intervention Teacher oversees and manages small group instruction across grade levels with direct intervention support services. We are looking for a compassionate Math Academic Interventionist to assist our teachers with classroom lessons, activities, organization, and management, as well as assisting students specifically with Math instruction. The responsibilities include assisting the teacher with teaching new concepts or translating information for students to understand better, supervising students, and providing students with a positive, nurturing guide. The Academic Interventionist will work with students, parents, staff, and the community in a professional manner, and follow and uphold school rules and standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
-Teach and coordinate Tier 2 & 3 intervention for target students
-Facilitate the management and interpretation of data necessary to develop, implement and evaluate Tier 1, 2 & 3 interventions
-Communicate and collaborate professionally with teammates, parents, and community members to assist in coordination of intervention services for target students
-Provide non-evaluative classroom observation and feedback, modeling, and other supportive assistance necessary related to the implementation of the RTI process
-Analyze informal and formal student assessment results to measure students’ growth towards goals and to monitor students mastery of the content standards
-Maintain high expectations for students academic achievement and conduct
-Results-driven educational leader with a commitment to standards-based curriculum and the use of data and assessments to drive instructional decisions
-Value and draw upon students’ experiences and backgrounds
-Utilize a variety of instructional strategies based on the diverse needs of all the students that engage all students
-Exemplify the core values at all times
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Demonstrated commitment to the educational mission, vision, and goals of Freedom Prep
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred
Strong computer skills including Google Suite & Microsoft Office
Willingness and dedication to providing support to teachers and students
Results-oriented individual - a flexible thinker willing to do “whatever it takes”
Keen attention to detail and a strong work ethic motivated by a goal of consistent excellence
3 or more years of full-time teaching experience
Valid Tennessee teaching license; Endorsement(s) in Mathematics strongly preferred
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: We are excited that you are inspired or called to learn more about our mission, values, and potential opportunities. We’d encourage you to explore a few additional resources about us, the recent investment for what’s possible, and why you should consider our community as a place for you to become a part of. We are one of the few networks that centers the whole person and their needs to thrive and support themselves and their families in the South.
Check out some of the unique and rare benefits here, including but not limited to:
-Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage
-Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care
-Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning
-Support in obtaining licensure
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Freedom Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.
