[Hiring] Math Interventionist @Connections Academy

Role Description

The Math Interventionist supports mathematics achievement and growth for students in Algebra through targeted, evidence-based instruction. The position uses student data to identify needs, deliver individual and small-group virtual interventions, and monitor progress in coordination with classroom teachers and the Academic Services team.

• Intervention focuses on foundational mathematics skills and grade-level readiness, including:
  • Number sense
  • Place value
  • Operations
  • Multiplication and division
  • Fact fluency
  • Fractions
  • Mathematical reasoning and problem-solving

Responsibilities

• Student Intervention and Instruction
  • Review student information, including IXL data, curriculum-based measures, classroom performance, and assessment results, to identify intervention needs.
  • Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 mathematics interventions to students in Algebra through individual and small-group virtual instruction.
  • Deliver evidence-based instruction that builds foundational skills, conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and mathematical reasoning.
  • Develop intervention goals and plans, monitor progress, and adjust instruction based on student performance.
  • Align intervention instruction with grade-level standards and classroom instruction.
• MTSS and Data Analysis
  • Participate in MTSS, data review, and student support meetings.
  • Use progress-monitoring information to evaluate intervention effectiveness and recommend instructional adjustments.
  • Maintain accurate intervention plans, progress records, and communication logs.
  • Collaborate with Grades 6-8 instructional teams to support mathematics improvement efforts.
• Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Collaborate with teachers, instructional coaches, special education staff, counselors, and administrators to support student progress.
  • Share intervention strategies and instructional resources with colleagues.
  • Model effective mathematics intervention practices when appropriate.
  • Contribute to curriculum review and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Family Communication
  • Communicate with students and families about intervention goals, progress, and ways to support mathematics development at home.
  • Participate in occasional evening meetings, family conferences, and school events.
• Assessment and School Responsibilities
  • Assist with PSSA and benchmark assessment administration as assigned.
  • Travel as required to support state testing and school events.
  • Participate in required meetings and professional development.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Impact Measures

• Student progress toward individual intervention goals.
• Growth shown through IXL Real-Time Diagnostic assessments and curriculum-based measures.
• Improvement in students’ mastery of targeted foundational mathematics skills.
• Contribution to schoolwide mathematics proficiency and PSSA goals.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Instructional I or II certificate required.
• Pennsylvania teaching certification covering Algebra required.
• Three or more years of successful teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with mathematics intervention, MTSS, and cyber learning preferred.
• Pennsylvania residency preferred.
• Ability to travel for state testing and school events.
• Ability to use personal electronic devices and email for required two-step authentication.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of elementary mathematics instruction and the progression of mathematics skills in Algebra.
• Strong technology skills, including IXL, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and colleagues in a remote environment.
• Student-centered, punctual, flexible, and collaborative approach to work.