Elementary Academic Intervention Specialist at Harlem Children's Zone

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

137000.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Instructional Strategies, Differentiation, Scaffolding, Progress Monitoring, Collaboration, Communication, Assessment, Academic Intervention, Goal Setting, Small Group Instruction, Urban Education, Teaching, Special Education, ELA, Math

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Who We Are: At Harlem Children’s Zone, our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Promise Academy delivers exceptional education alongside holistic support—empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve. We’re seeking an Academic Intervention Specialist who shares our goal: to get all our scholars to and through college. Who You Are: The Academic Intervention Specialist has experience working in a K–5 environment and using data to support targeted small groups of students to close gaps in math and language arts. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of achieving high growth in content knowledge for math and ELA, implementing differentiation and scaffolding strategies, and making decisions based on data. The Specialist will execute data-driven strategies that support high growth for students in need of academic intervention. What You’ll Do: Deliver direct instruction to scholars, either individually or in small groups, using research-based strategies and resources. Analyze data to identify scholar needs and evaluate the effectiveness of academic support tiers, using assessment data for strategy, instruction, and accountability. Set scholar goals and instructional outcomes, based on specific scholar assessments in ELA and math. Track scholar progress through various assessments and data collection methods, adjusting interventions as needed. Support in conducting assessments. Work with teachers and other staff to pinpoint scholars who are falling behind academically. Work with classroom teachers, MTSS Team, and school leaders to facilitate the coordination of the intervention programming. Communicate regularly with teachers, parents, and other school staff to ensure a coordinated approach to scholar support. Schedule: Monday – Friday 10-month school year with optional summer opportunities for additional pay Master’s degree in education or a related field Valid NYS Teaching Certification (upper elementary or special education/literacy, all grades) At least two years of experience teaching in an urban school setting Experience with progress monitoring We’re passionate about hiring outstanding special education teachers who are dedicated to helping our scholars thrive. In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package because we believe our teachers deserve it! Our benefits include: Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) $6,000 sign-on bonus for lead teachers Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness 403(b) retirement plan Annual and performance-based bonuses Additionally, teachers receive a personal laptop, access to Smartboards and tablets, and biweekly professional development. Our educators are supported by a dedicated team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers, all committed to your success and that of our scholars. The Academic Intervention Specialist salary ranges from $71,000 - $137,000. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States. Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

The Academic Intervention Specialist will deliver direct instruction to scholars using research-based strategies and analyze data to identify scholar needs. They will track scholar progress and work with teachers to coordinate intervention programming.