Literacy Interventionists work extensively with students to help them improve specific reading and writing skills. An interventionist addresses the specific needs of a particular child when regular classroom instruction is not sufficient. Interventionists work with the teacher to design methods of learning that are most appropriate for each child. Interventionists are often former or retired teachers or paraprofessionals who have been trained in conducting these intensive learning sessions.The successful candidate shall: 1.

Consult frequently with classroom teachers on matters relating to reading instruction using our progress-monitoring instrument as a base.2. Design interventions and write lesson plans detailing methods and materials.3. Assist in the evaluation of on-going programs and make recommendations for change.4. Assist teachers and other administrators and/or supervisors in implementing the school reading programs.5.

Help teachers diagnose reading strengths and weaknesses and match these skills with appropriate techniques and materials.6. Keep the parents informed as to the purposes and progress of the reading programs.7. Work with support staff and school administrators to facilitate the coordination of the reading programs with the total curriculum.8. Consult with curriculum committees studying such topics as textbook selection, vocabulary development, concept development, supplementary materials and the development of study skills.9.

Work with the classroom teacher and district personnel to coordinate reading instruction designed to meet the individual needs of students.10. Work with the classroom teacher to monitor student progress.11. Be familiar with MTSS levels of support.12. Perform other duties as assigned by the School Principal.Qualifications: *Hired applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Background Check at his/her expense.*Bachelor\'s degree or higher.*Valid Vermont Teaching License.*Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States required.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal conversational levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are performed in a classroom environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following: Communication Skills.

Positive, friendly, helpful demeanor. Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills. Responds well to questions. Communication is timely, courteous, respectful and tactful.

Comfortable engaging with a diverse range individuals from all race and socio-economic backgrounds; including in no particular order: persons of color, students and parents from new-American families, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Interpersonal Skills. Have a level of self-awareness, limit reactivity, handle and maintain composure in stressful situations well. Be an effective team member; work well with others, including those with opinions or beliefs different from their own.

Interacts with others in a positive, friendly, tactful, and respectful manner. Build constructive and supportive relationships with peers. Help to create an inclusive work environment. Team Player.

Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies.Organizational/Planning Skills. Uses time efficiently. Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent accuracy & attention to detail; able to multitask and prioritize effectively. Flexibility/Adaptable: Open to and embraces change towards the improvement of the systems.

Open to new ideas and tasks without resistance; able to deal with new situations well. Versatile and capable of handling diverse assignments. Effectively accepts constructive criticism. Maintains composure when faced with stressful situations that require flexibility and adaptability.

Motivation/Initiative: Has a personal drive to success. Proven ability to work effectively without specific direction, and with minimal supervision. Able to identify and implement improvements to systems and practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.Emotional Maturity: Able to effectively handle conflict and stress; able to remain calm and professional when challenged or when others disagree. Attitude/Personality/Style: Friendly, helpful and positive disposition; patient and understanding; takes pride in work; responsive to the needs of others; enthusiastic; good sense of humor; able to see the good in every situation; honest and direct; transparent.

Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time; commits to long hours of work, including overtime, when necessary to reach goals. Schedules appointments so as to minimize impact on work. Follows established leave requesting and reporting protocolsProblem Solving Skills: Approaches problems in a positive manner. Views impediments as solvable challenges.

Able to identify practical solutions to problems. Able to resolve issues in a fair, equitable and timely manner.Professionalism: Presents a professional image; remains calm and focused in stressful situations; treats others with courtesy and respect regardless of their status or position; maintains a professional appearance for the position in both dress and manner; approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.Organizational Support: Follows district policies and procedures, rules of conduct, and behavior expectations. Promotes/presents a positive image of the school/district.Quality of Work: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Performs duties consistent with District standards.

Demonstrates good attention to detail. Quantity of Work: Completes work in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity. Manages to stay productive even during relatively slow times with minimum direction. Able to effectively adjust rate or speed in anticipation of time constraints.Dependability: Follows instructions and responds to management direction; responds to requests for service and assistance; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.Job Knowledge: Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding in the areas of responsibility.

Acquires needed skills and knowledge with little reluctance.QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and professional expectations satisfactorily, in addition to the following: *Experience with the Wit and Wisdom Reading and Writing Program and Iready Programming and PBIS training preferred.*Experience with researched based literacy interventions* PBIS training is preferred.*Hired applicant will be required to complete a Criminal Background Check at his/her expense.*Bachelor\'s degree or higher.*Valid Vermont Teaching License*Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States required..Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of students or employees. Computer Skills and Experience: Proficient use of Google Suite: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Forms, Google Sheets.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel. Experience working in and updating database systems. Web and Social Media communications experience preferred. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently, and effectively with a variety of individuals, including students, faculty, administrators, parents, and representatives of outside organizations.

Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Some bookkeeping/accounting training or experience may be desirable.Reasoning Ability/Mental Requirements: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Attendance: Reliable attendance at work and punctuality is required for the position. Employees must also be able to participate in required meetings and/or training that are held outside of the normal work day or work hours. Employees must be willing and able to work evenings and/or weekends. DEFINITIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDSSitting: remaining in a seated positionStanding: remaining on one\'s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving aboutWalking: Moving about on footSeeing: Perceiving with the eyeHearing: Perceiving or listening to sound by earTalking: Articulating, speaking or discussing using spoken wordsDexterity: Skill in the use of hands and fingersLifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling)Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms or on the shoulderBending/Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist.

Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (includes slapping, striking, and kicking)Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking).Twisting: Rotating; moving to face in an alternate direction.Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, ropes and the like, using the feet, legs, and/or arms and hands.Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing gymnastic feats.Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine.Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees.Reaching: Extending the hands and arms in any directionHandling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with handsOTHER DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS: This general outline illustrates the type of work, which characterizes the Job Classification. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, responsibilities and qualifications that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.NON-DISCRIMINATION: ACEC is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination.

Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, age, marital/civil union status, national origin, sexual orientation, place of birth, citizenship, veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information or other protected class as defined and required by state and/or federal laws.