Location: Traverse City Christian School (TCC)
This is a long-term guest teaching assignment, paid hourly and not health insurance/benefit eligible.
It is part-time (based on 3.5 hours/day for the remainder of school year)
Applicants may also be required to complete the ESS Midwest/Willsub application as a guest teacher.
General Summary:
An Elementary Title I Interventionist will work directly with Title 1 identified, Tier 2 students as chosen by classroom teachers and/or the building Principal with the goal of using sound instructional techniques and progress monitoring to elevate student performance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists classroom teachers and/or building Principal in identifying Tier 2 students
- Models the best use of instructional practices for student learning and the use of data to inform instructional decisions
- Uses technology tools to enhance instruction and student learning
- Manages the use of all aspects of the use of technology tools
- Assists the Principal with the creation and communication of procedures for technology use, as needed
- Communicates weekly with classroom teachers regarding student progress and determine adjustments in instructional practices as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Minimum education requirement of a Bachelor's degree in Education, with a valid Michigan teaching certificate.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.
- Demonstrated use of best practices, beliefs and results for learning for all.
- Previous experience working with children.
- Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
- Strong and effective communication skills with students and adults, individually as well as in small or large groups.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to assist with maintaining records of student progress.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to resolve conflict.
- Dependable, reliable, and protective of sensitive/confidential information.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
- Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
- Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying. Must have the ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work-related tasks with and without students.
- The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
- Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
- Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
Environmental Conditions:
Incumbents work in indoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures, including work on slippery and/or uneven surfaces. Work environment includes working around students, school equipment, and office equipment.
Work Schedules:
Must be available to report during the school year consistent with the district’s school year calendar.
Background Checks:
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.