Summer School Interventionist-Teacher
The Rhodes School
Location
Harris County, Texas
Quick overview
The role involves planning and delivering targeted academic interventions for at-risk students across core subjects during summer programming. Responsibilities include monitoring student progress, analyzing performance data, and collaborating with campus teams to close learning gaps.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas Teaching Certificate or be enrolled in an approved Alternative Certification Program. Preferred candidates have 1 to 3 years of teaching experience and proficiency in data entry and communication.
Job description
Job Summary
The Summer School Interventionist-Teacher will support instructional staff in accelerating student learning during summer programming across core academic areas (Math, Science, ELAR/Writing, and Social Studies). This role is responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating targeted interventions to address academic gaps and support student achievement. The Interventionist will primarily serve at-risk students through Response to Intervention (RTI) strategies, focused small-group instruction, and individualized academic support. The role includes ongoing progress monitoring, data analysis, and collaboration with teachers and campus teams to ensure student growth during the summer session.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
- Provide direct instructional support to students through targeted intervention during summer school programming.
- Plan and implement engaging, data-driven instructional activities aligned with student needs and academic goals.
- Maintain awareness of student goals, RTI plans, and instructional targets throughout the summer session.
- Analyze student performance data to identify learning gaps and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Deliver one-on-one and small-group tutoring sessions focused on academic acceleration and remediation.
- Conduct frequent progress monitoring to track student growth and inform instructional decisions.
- Participate in summer school team meetings to review student data and adjust interventions as needed.
- Serve as part of the campus-based problem-solving and RTI support team.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) across core content areas.
- Implement research-based instructional strategies to improve student outcomes.
- Communicate professionally with students, staff, and families regarding student progress and academic needs.
- Maintain strong organizational skills and meet all summer program deadlines and expectations.
- Support the development of individualized student success plans in collaboration with teachers and staff.
- Foster a positive, supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and achievement.
- Maintain accurate RTI documentation and progress monitoring records for compliance and reporting.
- Complete all required data entry and documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Attend and actively participate in summer professional development and planning sessions.
- Assist with the preparation and administration of STAAR-related activities, as applicable.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the summer program.
- A willingness to perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year, accredited university. Master’s Degree preferred.
Certification
NCLB, Highly qualified, valid Texas Teaching Certificate as required by teaching assignment or acceptance to approved Alternative Certification Program, and results of the TEXes exam. Preferred
Work Experience
1 to 3 years of teaching experience.
Competencies
- Proficiency in both oral and written English, as well as strong interpersonal communication skills, are required. Computer data entry skills.
- Equipment
- Used: Microsoft Office, Eduphoria, Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier). General Knowledge of accounting procedures, district policies, and school law.
Working/Environmental Conditions/Mental Demands/Physical Demands
Ability to work effectively in a prescribed instructional setting and the ability to operate in fast-paced, complex settings while maintaining a high degree of organization and efficiency required.
Funding source
- Fund
- Source: 21ST
- Century: 2026-2027 NITA M. LOWEY 21ST CCLC CYCLE12 – 100% This position is funded through the 2026-2027 NITA M. LOWEY 21ST CCLC Grant. Continuation of the position beyond that date is contingent upon available funding.
Performance evaluation
Job performance is evaluated in accordance with the policy provisions and contractual agreements established by The Rhodes School.
The Rhodes School is an equal opportunity employer. This job description outlines general responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to fluctuations in student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, revised operating procedures, program/curriculum modifications, and unforeseen events.