PART TIME RESOURCE TEACHER INTERVENTIONIST (0.5 FTE)

Albuquerque Public Schools - Albuquerque, NM

Part-time - Entry Level

Albuquerque, NM

Educational Services

About the position

The Part-Time Resource Teacher Interventionist (0.5 FTE) at Albuquerque Public Schools is responsible for helping students develop proficient reading and math skills to support their academic growth. This role involves teaching targeted interventions, collaborating with teachers and families, and utilizing data to assess and monitor student progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach targeted literacy and/or math intervention to individuals or small groups of students using high-quality researched-based strategies and resources aligned to Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
• Use data to assist with identifying or selecting the most at-risk students for placement within intervention groups.
• Participate in meetings with teachers, administration, and families to discuss student placement and progress.
• Assess student achievement through screening, progress monitoring, and use of appropriate diagnostic tools, maintaining accurate, up-to-date records of student growth.
• Analyze instructional needs of students and develop best practices based on data.
• Set learning goals and create lesson plans that support continuous academic achievement of students.
• Familiarize with current Student Assistance Team (SAT) process / Multi-layered Systems of Support (MLSS).
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to provide data for student support systems.
• Attend Title I supported professional development and/or receive coaching to enhance knowledge of pedagogy and content.
• Provide support to classroom teachers regarding best practices in area of specialty.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
• Valid NM Teacher's Level II or Level III license appropriate to teaching assignment.
• Five or more years of experience teaching students in K-12.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree
• National Board Certification
• Specialized training in applicable content area or related endorsements.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of APS community, computer system, financial procedures, and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies, and child abuse/neglect.
• Knowledge of all laws, regulations, and guidelines affecting teachers and students.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members, and staff.