KIPP is a national network of free, open‐enrollment, college‐preparatory public schools in under‐resourced communities throughout the United States. There are currently 200 locally‐run KIPP schools in 20 states and Washington, DC, and nationally KIPP serves approximately 80,000 students. More than 80 percent of KIPP students come from low‐income households, and more than 95 percent are African American or Hispanic/Latino. Through high expectations for students and staff, world‐class teachers and principals, more time in school, autonomy over budget and curriculum, and a focus on results, KIPP schools prepare traditionally underserved students for success in college and in life. KIPP schools have been widely recognized for their success in doing so, and today nearly 85% of KIPP alumni nationally have matriculated to college.

All KIPP schools share a core set of operating principles, known as the Five Pillars, that KIPP believes help to lay the foundation for students to perform at the highest academic levels: High Expectations, Choice & Commitment, More Time, Power to Lead, and a Focus on Results.

KIPP Minnesota Overview

Who we are: KIPP Minnesota Schools is a network of high-performing college-preparatory public charter schools. Next year, we will serve over 700 students in grades K through 2 and grades 5 through 8 at two co-located schools (primary and middle) in north Minneapolis. KIPP Minnesota Schools is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial organization with significant growth plans in the coming years.

What we do: We do whatever it takes to help our students develop knowledge, skills, and strong character. We work relentlessly so that every one of our students has the opportunity to attend college and has access to the life of choice and opportunity that college provides. The KIPP Minnesota Regional Team supports our schools, school leaders, and staff through organizational and academic alignment, business management, strategic planning, and back office functions.

How we do it: There are no shortcuts to success. Outstanding educators, rigorous lessons, more time in school, and strong school culture support our students as they climb the mountain to college. We work as a team, use data, and constantly reflect to improve our practice. We believe all of our KIPPsters can make it to and through college and we stay with them every step of the way.

Why it matters: In our communities, approximately 1 in 10 students earn a college degree. We believe that this is unjust and unacceptable and, most importantly, can be changed. Nationwide, over 85% of KIPP middle school alums matriculate to college.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Academic Interventionist will provide direct Reading and Math interventions for qualifying students manages the data about students for whom the intervention is provided, and collaborate with teachers and parents regarding students’ ADSIS qualification, progress resulting from interventions, and exiting the program.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determine appropriate, research-based interventions and provide small group interventions

• Implement intervention with fidelity

• Work with teachers, intervention teams, school personnel, families, students, and other agencies to support student success.

• Adjust intervention in response to student data

• Determine students eligible for ADSIS services by examining the data and knowing the entrance criteria.

• Record and analyze intervention data, including progress monitoring and intervention adjustments.

• Monitor eligibility for exit.

• Submit records in compliance with district and state guidelines

• Determine students eligible for ADSIS services by examining the data and knowing the entrance criteria.

• Record and analyze intervention data, including progress monitoring and intervention adjustments.

• Attend meetings and workshops that are required.

• Complete PARs Reporting for the position

• Other duties as assigned

Required

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience in a support role position

• Excellent attention to detail and proficiency in multitasking

• Quick learner who is willing to learn on the job

• Ability to work with a wide variety of people in a calm, patient, understanding, creative, flexible, student-centered environment

• Good human relation skills, team player, and professional demeanor

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Proficient with basic computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office products

• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student information at all times

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Highly Preferred

• Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color

• Bachelor’s Degree

Salary: $33,660+

• In order to establish equitable salary practices; the compensation package is derived from the Regional KIPP Minnesota pay scale and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life, long-term disability and retirement benefits as well as an annual salary review and revision.

How to Apply

We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural leadership team and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Please apply on-line here . Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

KIPP:MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: KIPP:MN is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all candidates and employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on our business need, job requirements and required qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by protected by federal, state or local laws. KIPP:MN will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.”

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.