Academic Support Teacher - Middle School

Education/Certification: Master's Degree (preferred) Valid Texas teaching certification with required endorsements for training for subject and level assigned Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of curriculum, instruction, staff development, best teaching practices, and technology
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and use data to guide instruction in all content areas
• Ability to plan, monitor, and evaluate outcomes of targeted intervention in Reading/Language Arts, including Dyslexia, Mathematics, and Science
• Ability to facilitate differentiation of the instructional program
• Ability to deliver effective professional development
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs
• Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Strategies:

• Provide academic support directly or monitor implementation of Response to Intervention (Tier II & III)
• Maintain accurate records on all students served by Academic Support
• May facilitate and implement the Dyslexia Program for the campus
• Provide small group or individual instruction in collaboration with the classroom teacher for students identified with academic needs
• Provide student support in areas of organization, study skills and test-taking strategies
• Assist in the identification process for students who qualify as needing services under 504 or are at-risk, provide intervention, and monitor progress
• Serve as a member or leader of the CMIT committee
• Assist classroom teachers with student data analysis
• Work closely with Special Education on behalf of students qualifying for testing and those qualifying for dismissal
• Provide diagnostic testing for new students who are struggling
• Assist with Testing
• Work with parents seeking additional support for SAT/ACT testing
• Maintain and transfer all academic support records for At Risk, 504, and Dyslexia Students
• Meet with feeder schools to ensure successful transition of At Risk, 504, and Dyslexia Students
• Disseminate accommodations for At Risk, 504, and Dyslexia Students to appropriate staff members
• Monitor student progress and meet with students, teachers, and parents
• May assist with student mentoring program
• Assist with testing accommodations / environments for students
• Campus liaison for students receiving Homebound service
• School Improvement:
• Assist in clarifying and pursuing a common vision for district and campus improvement
• Actively support the efforts to achieve district goals and objectives and the campus academic performance objectives
• Support implementation of district and campus assessment strategies
• Monitor student achievement data and interpret, report, and act on results
• Professional Growth and Development:
• Attend and participate in district and campus training sessions, committee meetings, and work sessions as required to support the instructional program and 504 regulations and processes
• Monitor professional research and disseminate ideas and information to other professionals, and provide leadership in identifying trends and opportunities, as well as solve problems related to instruction

Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment Used: Computer, copier, fax, typewriter

Working Conditions: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent district-wide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motionsSM100926/ 00060639