Primary Purpose: The Reading RTI Teacher will support teachers in the continuous improvement process. The RTI Teacher will provide job-embedded professional development and procedural support. RTI Teacher will also be responsible for efficiently and effectively managing an Intervention class. The RTI teacher will be responsible for managing campus data and implementing targeted intervention for students through the general education classroom and pullout reading intervention programs. This position will manage and place all students into targeted groups for campus-wide intervention times which are built into the schedule and monitor the success of each student.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)

Demonstrated competency in the RTI process and research-based intervention strategies

Special Knowledge/Skills: 

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in the reading content area in grade K-5  
• Demonstrated effectiveness in providing current and innovative researched-based instructional practices  
• Previous coaching or teacher leadership expertise  
• Knowledge of campus-level RTI activities  
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing a plan for intervention and monitoring the progress to determine the effectiveness of the intervention
• Experience conducting observations and providing feedback to staff 
• Demonstrated competence in communicating with parents, staff, and students 
• Ability to design and deliver quality professional development  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing  
• Outstanding organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines  
• Committed to being a positive collaborator  
• Committed to professional learning and self-reflection  
• Committed to helping all learners succeed  
• Up-to-date on researched-best practice that results in increased student performance and achievement  
• A demonstrated “whatever it takes” attitude for student success  
• A willingness to perform other duties as assigned 

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level and/or secondary level preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's RTI Program Expectations and show written evidence of preparation as required. 
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual students.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with general and special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for RTI students.
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to teachers, instructional aide(s), and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
• Understanding of the RtI process for the elementary level  
• Experience in evaluating and analyzing data  

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours