Interventionist - Holy Spirit Catholic School

Holy Spirit Elementary•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Teacher fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by guiding, inspiring, and educating students in a loving, Christ-centered environment. The Teacher is to be immediately responsible to the principal for the carrying out of policies of the school and the Archdiocese of San Antonio as they relate to the function of the school, the classroom, and the immediate contact with students and parents. Holy Spirit Catholic School is seeking an interventionist to support students through targeted academic and developmental interventions, with a strong emphasis on early identification and support of learning needs. This position works collaboratively with teachers, parents, and administrators to provide individualized and small-group instruction for students, ages 3–14. The interventionist plays a critical role in promoting student growth, ensuring compliance with special education laws, and helping each child reach their full potential.

Requirements

Strong understanding of child development from early childhood through middle school (ages 3–14).
Knowledge of current special education laws, including IDEA, Section 504, and RTI/MTSS frameworks.
Familiarity with learning disabilities and developmental differences as well as implementation of accommodations, including:
Dyslexia
Dysgraphia
ADHD
Speech and language delays.
Ability to recognize early signs of learning challenges and intervene proactively.
Ability to analyze assessment data to inform instruction.
Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and responsiveness to student needs.
Willingness to attend ongoing professional development and specialized training.
Patient, compassionate, and attentive to the individual needs of children.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Collaborative team member who works well with faculty, staff, and families.
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Valid teaching certification (Special Education certification preferred).
Experience working with children ages 3–14.
Knowledge of subject assigned General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team;
Must have good written and verbal skills.
Maybe required to work some weekends and nights.
Required to work a minimum a full school day
Must have good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in intervention, special education, or early childhood settings preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis and takes precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self, others.
Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization to include but not limited to client names and information, services rendered to clients, donors names and gifts, internal and external investigations or results of any investigations, and financial information.
Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory.
Every employee is required to take a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings, as well as being a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Provides early academic and behavioral interventions for students identified as at-risk
Support students with diagnosed and suspected learning differences.
Conduct screenings and assessments to identify learning gaps and developmental concerns.
Develop and implement individualized intervention plans based on student needs.
Deliver small group and one-to-one instructional support in literacy, math, executive functioning, and foundational skills.
Monitor student progress regularly and adjust interventions accordingly.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to align intervention strategies with classroom instruction.
Partner with parents to communicate student progress and provide support strategies.
Participate in Student Support Team (SST), RTI/MTSS meetings, and other collaborative planning sessions.
Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and federal special education laws.