Location: St. Louis, MO 63118
Department: Schools / Academics
Reports To: AP of Instruction (in coordination with the ELA/Humanities Lead and Intervention Lead)
Classification: Full-Time / Exempt
Annual Salary: $45,000
- Plus a $3,000 signing bonus for the 2026–27 school year.
- Full-time benefits eligible (see Compensation & Benefits).
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Position Summary
The 5/6 ELA Intervention Teacher at Kairos Academies is a mission-driven educator who accelerates the learning of scholars who are reading and writing below grade level. This role exists to close gaps. The Intervention Teacher leads a dedicated, full-period ELA intervention class — a standalone classroom course with its own roster, sections, and gradebook. This is not a push-in or pull-out support role. It is a full-priority class on the master schedule, and the teacher owns the classroom and is responsible for scholar mastery within it.
Inside this intervention class, the teacher delivers targeted, diagnostic-driven Tier 2 instruction that rebuilds foundational literacy — decoding, word study, reading fluency, vocabulary, and core comprehension — so scholars can access and succeed in grade-level reading and writing. The teacher uses small-group and individualized instruction within their own classroom to move scholars from where they are to where they need to be. The role is highly collaborative. The Intervention Teacher partners closely with core 5th and 6th grade ELA teachers to align skills, share data, and ensure every scholar receives a coherent, well-sequenced experience across their core and intervention classes.
At Kairos, all teachers are leaders. The Intervention Teacher models our values of Love, Excellence, Agency, and Diversity, and contributes to the systems and culture that make Kairos a place where every scholar can thrive.
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Core Responsibilities
Targeted Intervention & Instruction
Lead a dedicated, full-period ELA intervention class as the teacher of record — your own roster, your own sections, your own classroom and gradebook. This is a standalone course, not a push-in or pull-out support role.
Plan and deliver daily standards-aligned intervention lessons that rebuild foundational reading skills (decoding, word study, fluency, vocabulary) and core comprehension for 5th and 6th grade ELA.
Maintain an accurate gradebook and provide frequent, actionable feedback on reading and writing tasks within the intervention class.
Diagnose precise skill gaps using the IXL Diagnostic, NWEA MAP Reading, and internal assessment data, and build targeted learning plans for each scholar or skill group.
Build decoding, word-recognition, and fluency through systematic, explicit practice and repeated reading.
Develop vocabulary and background knowledge to strengthen comprehension of grade-level texts.
Teach foundational comprehension strategies (main idea, key details, sequencing, inference) using accessible and grade-level texts.
Strengthen sentence- and paragraph-level writing, including conventions, to support clear written expression.
Set clear, measurable skill goals with scholars and make growth visible through regular progress checks.
Progress Monitoring & Data Use
Monitor scholar progress on a frequent cycle and adjust groupings, pacing, and strategy based on the data.
Track movement toward exit criteria and maintain accurate records of growth, mastery, and time in intervention.
Analyze MAP Reading, NWEA, and IXL data to identify trends, flag scholars needing additional support, and inform reteaching.
Contribute caseload data to data meetings and collaborate on next steps with the ELA and Intervention teams.
Collaboration with Core ELA Teachers
Partner with 5th and 6th grade core ELA teachers to align intervention skills with upcoming grade-level reading and writing.
Share diagnostic findings and progress updates so support is coordinated across the scholar’s full schedule.
Co-plan entry and exit decisions for Tier 2 support using shared criteria and data.
Scholar Relationships & Mentorship
Serve as a Kairos Coach, mentoring a pod of scholars weekly to develop goal-setting, self-management, and reflection skills.
Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that rebuilds scholar confidence and a sense of agency as readers and writers.
Communicate proactively with families about progress, celebrations, and growth areas.
Collaboration & Professional Growth
Participate in professional learning communities (PLCs), coaching cycles, and development sessions aligned to Kairos’ priorities.
Strengthen intervention practice through ongoing reflection, feedback, and shared problem-solving with the team.
Whole-School Service & Leadership
Serve in a whole-school service role (e.g., Data Lead, Tutoring Lead, SEL Lead) that supports schoolwide academic and cultural goals.
Support restorative practices, positive behavior systems, and SEL frameworks.
Contribute to schoolwide events, family engagement, and community-building efforts.
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Driver Goals
- NWEA / MAP Reading Growth - 2026-27 Target: 70% of intervention scholars meet or exceed projected RIT growth in reading.
- Below Basic Reduction - 2026-27 Target: 20-point reduction in the share of caseload scholars scoring Below Basic in ELA, aligned to the school’s literacy gap-closure goals.
- Grade-Level Proficiency Movement - 2026-27 Target: 20-point gain in the share of caseload scholars moving into Basic or above on MAP Reading.
- Foundational Mastery (IXL Diagnostic) - 2026-27 Target: 75% of scholars advance at least one grade-level band on the IXL ELA Diagnostic across the year.
- Mentoring Participation - 2026-27 Target: 75% of scholars meet coaching engagement and reflection benchmarks.
- On-Track Exit - 2026-27 Target: 60% of scholars who enter Tier 2 support meet exit criteria and sustain on-track progress in the core ELA class.
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Key Indicators of Success
- Measurable growth and gap closure for scholars on the intervention caseload, evidenced by MAP Reading, NWEA, and IXL data.
- Precise, data-driven grouping and instruction that targets the right skill for the right scholar at the right time.
- Strong coordination with core ELA teachers so intervention and grade-level instruction reinforce one another.
- Classroom culture characterized by safety, persistence, and renewed scholar confidence as readers and writers.
- Active contribution to team planning, data meetings, and schoolwide improvement efforts.
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Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Literacy, or a related field.
- Valid Missouri Substitute Certification.
- Demonstrated success improving reading and writing achievement for striving or below-grade-level learners.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S. and able to pass background checks.
Preferred:
- Missouri Teaching Certificate (Middle School English/Language Arts, 5–9) or eligibility to obtain upon hire.
- Master’s degree in Education, Literacy/Reading, Curriculum & Instruction, Special Education, or a related field.
- Experience with literacy intervention, structured/foundational reading instruction, RTI/MTSS, or competency-based education.
- Experience with data-driven instruction and diagnostic assessment tools (IXL, NWEA MAP Reading).
- 3+ years of middle school teaching or literacy intervention experience with measurable student growth outcomes.
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- Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM.
- Occasional evenings or weekends for family engagement, tutoring, or school events.
- Dynamic, fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and collaboration.
- On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis, MO.
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- Annual Salary: $45,000, plus a $3,000 signing bonus for the 2026–27 school year.
Benefits Include:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Professional Development and Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Certification and Graduate Coursework Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Coaching and Growth Opportunities
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Kairos Academies is a forward-thinking public charter school network in St. Louis reimagining education for the 21st century. Our mission is to cultivate an integrated community of self-directed learners, leaders, and citizens. Recognized nationally for innovation and excellence, Kairos replaces traditional lectures with personalized, project-based learning and emphasizes executive-function coaching to help scholars take ownership of their education and lives.
