Lead Teacher, Middle School Reading Interventionist (Grades 5–7)

About Ethos Classical

Ethos Classical is a tuition-free public charter school committed to providing scholars with a safe, joyful, and rigorous education. Our Middle School team ensures scholars develop the academic skills, confidence, and independence necessary for long-term success.

Position Overview

The Middle School Reading Interventionist provides targeted Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading intervention to scholars in Grades 5–7. This teacher delivers evidence-based, small-group instruction designed to address gaps in foundational reading skills, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. The interventionist works closely with classroom teachers and instructional leaders to accelerate scholar growth and strengthen access to grade-level content.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver targeted Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading interventions.
• Use diagnostic assessments to identify individual reading gaps and instructional priorities.
• Provide explicit, systematic instruction in decoding, word recognition, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Monitor scholar progress regularly and adjust intervention groups and instructional strategies based on data.
• Maintain accurate intervention records and documentation.
• Participate in MTSS meetings and support scholar intervention plans.
• Collaborate with Reading Teachers to ensure alignment between intervention and core instruction.
• Establish a safe, joyful learning environment that builds scholar confidence and investment in reading.
• Communicate regularly with families about scholar progress and strategies for support.
• Collaborate with specialized services staff to implement scholar accommodations and supports.
• Participate in coaching, professional development, and instructional team planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid Georgia teaching certification appropriate to the assignment required.
• Reading Endorsement required.
• Strong knowledge of the science of reading and evidence-based intervention practices.
• Experience delivering targeted reading interventions and monitoring scholar progress.
• Middle school teaching or intervention experience preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to Ethos’s mission and educational equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Classical is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.