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#079-CRT-04-26 Intervention Specialist Sunnyslope Elementary 0.53 FTE, Continuing Contract Beginning the 2026-2027 School Year * Internal Applicants Only Description: The Intervention Specialist is a pivotal leadership role dedicated to overseeing research-based teaching strategies in Structured Literacy and foundational Mathematics. This position coordinates the school's intervention systems to ensure continuous academic growth for all students. Key Responsibilities: Staff Training & Professional Development * Facilitate professional learning for both certificated and classified staff regarding the Science of Reading, evidence-based math strategies, and diagnostic assessments. * Mentor staff as a recognized leader to enhance their pedagogical skills and awareness of district initiatives. * Lead Professional Learning Community (PLC) teams to identify student needs, set learning goals, and facilitate data reviews. * Serve as a primary resource and consultant to staff members regarding students performing below grade level. Curriculum Development & Instructional Oversight * Create, maintain, and revise the literacy and numeracy components of the school's academic intervention framework in collaboration with the administrative team. * Develop tools to track and monitor student progress relative to standards using an evidence-based skill continuum. * Oversee research-based teaching strategies to ensure high-quality instruction in Structured Literacy and mathematics. * Coordinate with Title/LAP/Migrant/Bilingual staff to ensure inclusionary programs that follow state and federal regulations. Paraprofessional Management * Plan for, coordinate, and oversee paraprofessional staff. * Train and develop paraprofessionals to ensure the effective delivery of direct services to students. * Develop and maintain comprehensive schedules for paraprofessionals to maximize student support. Assessment & Intervention * Facilitate student grouping based on priority standards and prerequisite skills, such as phonological awareness or numeracy. * Administer specific math assessments and provide diagnoses for students below grade level to inform classroom instruction. * Provide specialized instruction and interventions utilizing assessment-driven, research-based strategies. * Maintain accurate management records of student progress in compliance with Qualifications: * Valid Washington state certification with appropriate endorsement(s). * ESL/ELL endorsements preferred. * Deep knowledge of the Science of Reading, Structured Literacy, and elementary math. * Experience with summative, universal screener, progress monitoring, and diagnostic assessments. * Proven ability to lead teams in collaboration around student growth data and systematic interventions. * Ability to schedule and train classified staff * Ability to train staff both individually and in a group setting Training & Preferences: * LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) training preferred. * GLAD trained. * Knowledge of PBIS (Positive Behavioral Intervention Support). SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. UNION AFFILIATION: This position is represented by the Wenatchee Education Association. BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Professional growth reimbursement, $1000/year for qualified expenses. Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days. Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working. Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check. The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, HIB Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools, Anderson.eric@, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161 You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of your district's nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it online here: Policy 3210 and Procedure 3210P El Distrito Escolar de Wenatchee no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión de género, identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de supuesta discriminación: Coordinador de Derechos Civiles, Oficial del Título IX, Coordinador de la Sección 504, Coordinador de Escuelas Inclusivas de Género y Cumplimiento de HIB: Eric Anderson, Director Ejecutivo de Escuelas, anderson.eric@, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161 Puede denunciar la discriminación y el acoso discriminatorio a cualquier miembro del personal de la escuela o al Coordinador de Derechos Civiles del distrito, mencionado anteriormente. También tiene derecho a presentar una queja (ver más abajo). Para obtener una copia de la política y el procedimiento de no discriminación de su distrito, comuníquese con la escuela o la oficina del distrito o véala en línea aquí: Política 3210 y Procedimiento 3210P AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER