26-27 Intervention Specialist - Valor Academy Middle School

Job DetailsJob Location: VAMS - North Hills, CA 91343Salary Range: $83,759.00 - $167,955.00 Salary/yearIntervention Specialist Job Description 26-27 School Year   Job Description: Intervention Specialists Reporting to: Principal or another administrator as designated by the Principal FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt, 11 month   Who we are: Bright Star Schools is a free, publicly funded and open enrollment non-profit organization with nine public charters in urban Los Angeles. Across all of our Bright Star sites, over 90% of our students are eligible for free and reduced lunch.   Our mission is to provide holistic, inclusive support for all students to achieve academic excellence and grow their unique talents so that they find joy in higher education, career, and life. Bright Star students will become leaders who act with integrity and champion equity to enrich our communities and the world. The framework to our success is our core operating principles, which are Integridad, Ubuntu, Kohyang (고향), and Growth.   Our educators join a family that is passionate and committed to developing all students to become wellrounded citizens. We offer small class sizes, comprehensive coordinator support, and numerous collaboration opportunities across the organization and within school sites. We strongly believe in listening to all stakeholders’ voices, and we work to increase teaching practice and effectiveness through our data-driven and feedback-derived professional development. ____________________________________________________________________________________                                                                              Bright Star Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.     Role Summary: The Intervention Specialist plays a critical role in accelerating student learning by providing targeted academic intervention and supporting school wide instructional initiatives. This role works directly with students while also partnering with teachers and school leaders to strengthen literacy, mathematics, and extended learning supports based on student data. The Intervention Specialist leads small-group and individualized instruction for students requiring additional academic support and contributes to the design and implementation of school wide intervention systems. This includes supporting literacy initiatives, mathematics instruction improvement, and extended learning programs. This role does not supervise teachers, but may model instructional practices, host classroom observations, and facilitate professional learning opportunities to strengthen instructional practices across the school. The Intervention Specialist may also provide project leadership for grant-funded initiatives related to literacy development, math achievement, and extended learning programs.   What you’ll do Basic Components of the Job Description for the Intervention Specialist position include (but are not limited to): Student Intervention & Academic Support • Provide targeted small-group and individualized instruction in literacy and/or mathematics for students requiring additional academic support. • Design and implement intervention strategies aligned to grade-level standards and school instructional priorities. • Monitor student progress through formative assessments and adjust interventions accordingly. • Collaborate with teachers to identify students requiring additional intervention supports. • Maintain documentation of intervention services, student progress monitoring, and program implementation. School wide Instructional Initiatives • Support the implementation of school wide literacy initiatives aligned with the Science of Reading and California ELA/ELD frameworks. • Contribute to improving mathematics instruction through collaboration with teachers and instructional teams. • Analyze student performance data (diagnostic, formative, and summative) to inform instructional decisions and intervention strategies. • Support alignment of instructional practices across grade levels to strengthen student outcomes. • Extended Learning Programs Support the implementation and continuous improvement of extended learning programs that provide additional academic support and enrichment opportunities for students. Contribute to extended learning in multiple ways, including: • Facilitating targeted small-group academic intervention during extended learning time (e.g., tutoring, after-school learning blocks, or enrichment periods). • Using student data to help identify and prioritize students who would benefit from tutoring, intervention, or enrichment opportunities. • Modeling effective instructional strategies or lessons for extended learning educators to strengthen academic supports. • Facilitating training or professional learning for after-school educators focused on literacy, mathematics, or intervention strategies. • Assist with maintaining documentation and program monitoring related to extended learning initiatives, including attendance tracking and alignment to program goals. • Collaborate with school leadership and extended learning staff to ensure extended learning opportunities align with student needs and school academic priorities. Instructional Modeling & Professional Learning • Model effective instructional strategies through demonstration lessons and student intervention sessions. • Host classroom observations to make instructional practices visible to colleagues. Facilitate or support professional development sessions focused on literacy instruction, mathematics strategies, or intervention practices. • Share instructional resources, strategies, and materials that support effective intervention and differentiated instruction. Grant-Supported Project Leadership • Support implementation of grant-funded initiatives related to literacy instruction, mathematics achievement, and extended learning programs. • Assist with program implementation, data collection, and reporting requirements associated with instructional improvement grants • Serve as a project lead for specific initiatives related to intervention programs, literacy development, or math instructional improvement as assigned. Values & Student Experience Alignment The Intervention Specialist advances the Bright Star Student Experience by ensuring that all students — especially those needing additional support — have access to high-quality instruction and meaningful opportunities to succeed. This role embodies Bright Star’s core values: • Integridad: Maintains high expectations and uses data to ensure all students receive the academic support they need. • Ubuntu: Collaborates with teachers and school teams to strengthen collective responsibility for student success. • Kohyang: Creates supportive learning environments where students feel safe, encouraged, and capable of growth. • Growth: Continuously improves instructional practices through reflection, collaboration, and responsiveness to student data. Performance Outcomes Success in this role is demonstrated through measurable impact on student learning and schoolwide instructional improvement, including: • Increased academic growth for students participating in intervention groups. • Evidence of improved literacy and/or mathematics proficiency among students receiving targeted support. • Effective implementation of literacy initiatives and extended learning programs aligned to school priorities. • Increased instructional capacity among teachers through modeling, collaboration, and professional learning. • Accurate documentation and monitoring of intervention services and student progress.   What you’ll Bring Minimum: • Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential • Minimum 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience • Experience supporting students requiring academic intervention • Strong knowledge of literacy development and/or mathematics instruction • Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly • Strong collaboration and communication skills Desired (but not required) in order of importance: • Experience implementing Science of Reading practices • Experience leading small-group intervention programs • Experience facilitating professional development • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Cognitive & Behavioral Competencies • Must be able to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli • Must have ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English • Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints • Must be able to make sound judgments based on available information • Must be able to engage in frequent student/parent/coworker contact 2 • Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations • Must be able to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines • Must be able to maintain accuracy in tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail • Must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands • Must be able to logically solve problems • Must be able to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions • Must be able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students • Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills • Must have a passion for student success • Must demonstrate strong organizational skills Working Conditions/Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally expected to work indoors in typical school and office environments. This position involves: • Occasional exposure to extreme or varying temperatures. • Occasional exposure to outdoor elements such as sun, precipitation and wind or wet/humid surroundings. • Occasional/ exposure to loud noise, fumes, smoke, dust. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. • Prolonged sitting/standing. • Frequent walking. • Must be able to occasionally/frequently lift, carry push, and/or pull objects of not more than 20 pounds. • Must be able to frequently bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, and/or squat. • Frequent reaching and twisting, including reaching above shoulder height • Manual dexterity, and finger/wrist and hand repetitions are needed; frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching. • Frequent computer use, including use of keyboard and mouse. • Speaking and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position; constant hearing and speaking in person and on the phone, via remote video teleconferencing platforms. • Must be able to be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences.   What we offer: Salary: BSS salary scale; based on experience and education. Location: Los Angeles, CA Benefits: Health, dental, vision, STRS retirement matching, life insurance, optional 403b plan, sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays.   Please note: Effective January 1, 2025: Under Education Code section 44939.5, you must provide a complete list of all prior employment with any school district, county office of education, charter school, or state special school, including part-time and substitute roles. You can provide your complete prior employment history within the work experience section of the application.  Failure to disclose this information may be considered dishonesty in the hiring process or during employment.   QualificationsWhat you’ll Bring Minimum: • Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential • Minimum 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience • Experience supporting students requiring academic intervention • Strong knowledge of literacy development and/or mathematics instruction • Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly • Strong collaboration and communication skills Desired (but not required) in order of importance: • Experience implementing Science of Reading practices • Experience leading small-group intervention programs • Experience facilitating professional development • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Cognitive & Behavioral Competencies • Must be able to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli • Must have ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English • Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints • Must be able to make sound judgments based on available information • Must be able to engage in frequent student/parent/coworker contact 2 • Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations • Must be able to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines • Must be able to maintain accuracy in tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail • Must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands • Must be able to logically solve problems • Must be able to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions • Must be able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students • Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills • Must have a passion for student success • Must demonstrate strong organizational skills Working Conditions/Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally expected to work indoors in typical school and office environments. This position involves: • Occasional exposure to extreme or varying temperatures. • Occasional exposure to outdoor elements such as sun, precipitation and wind or wet/humid surroundings. • Occasional/ exposure to loud noise, fumes, smoke, dust. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. • Prolonged sitting/standing. • Frequent walking. • Must be able to occasionally/frequently lift, carry push, and/or pull objects of not more than 20 pounds. • Must be able to frequently bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, and/or squat. • Frequent reaching and twisting, including reaching above shoulder height • Manual dexterity, and finger/wrist and hand repetitions are needed; frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching. • Frequent computer use, including use of keyboard and mouse. • Speaking and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position; constant hearing and speaking in person and on the phone, via remote video teleconferencing platforms. • Must be able to be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences.