Tiers II and III Academic Intervention Specialist (2026-2027 School Year)
Rockford Public School District #205, Greendale, IN, United States
Job Title
Academic Intervention Specialist (Tiers II and III) – 2026-2027 School Year
Job ID: 22914
About the District
ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205
Position Type: Certified Support/Intervention Specialist
Date Posted: 4/24/2026
Department: Curriculum
Supervisor: Principal
Date: 1/10/2020
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation Range: $47,203 - 99,323 per year. This salary range reflects a full-time 1.0 role. An employee working less than 1.0 FTE will receive a prorated salary based on their assigned FTE. Placement on the salary schedule is based on verified, comparable education and experience. For more information on range placement, review the REA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Purpose of the Position
The Teacher understands the central concepts, methods of inquiry, and structures of disciplines and creates learning experiences that make the content meaningful to all students.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that all actions are in concert with Board policies and mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
Participate in job training and professional growth opportunities to enhance the ability to perform essential functions.
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
Engage students in an inquiry-based delivery model of instruction.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
Use a wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance the needs of a diverse student population.
Consider equitable resources and equitable instructional practices to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
Update and maintain all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies and school regulations.
Create and maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
Demonstrate a variety of effective behavior management techniques appropriate to the needs of all students, including those with disabilities.
Maintain discipline in accordance with building expectations and the district's student code of conduct.
Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and needs.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLC).
Create formative assessments aligned to district curriculum.
Analyze student data from both formative and summative assessments to drive differentiated instruction and data-based decision making for students.
Utilize current technology to enhance student learning.
Qualifications
Illinois Teaching License with appropriate endorsements and certifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
Ability to effectively communicate with all school stakeholders.
Ability to develop relationships with students and parents.
Knowledge of various instructional strategies and techniques.
Knowledge of best teaching and assessing practices.
Working knowledge of State and National Standards.
Ability to organize and maintain student records which includes gradebooks.
Working Conditions
Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.
Other
This job description describes duties and responsibilities representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change.
Physical Requirements
Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
Balancing – Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces.
Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist.
Kneeling – Bending legs at the knee to come to a rest on one or both knees.
Crouching – Bending the body downward and forward by bending the leg and spine.
Crawling – Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Standing – Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Walking – Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
Pushing – Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Pulling – Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Lifting – Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This requires considerable use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Finger use – Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with the fingers rather than the whole hand or arm as in handling.
Grasping – Applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm.
Talking – Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word. Activities requiring detailed or spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.
Hearing – Perceiving the nature of sounds. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sounds such as when making fine adjustments on machinery.
Repetitive Motions – Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Work Classification
Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Medium Work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Heavy Work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Very Heavy Work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Visual Acuity Requirements
Machine Operations – Inspection, close assembly, clerical, administration. Minimum standard for use with those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading, or visual inspection.
Mechanics – Skilled tradespeople. Minimum standard for use with those whose work deals with machines such as power tools, lathes and drills.
Mobile Equipment – Minimum standard for use with those who operate cars, trucks, forklifts, cranes, and high equipment.
Other – Minimum standard basis on the criteria of accuracy and neatness of work for janitors, sweepers, etc.
Workplace Conditions
Inside environment conditions.
Outside environment conditions.
Extreme heat or cold for periods greater than one hour.
Noise which would cause them to have to shout.
Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, etc.
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Academic Intervention Specialist (Tiers II and III) – 2026-2027 School Year
Job ID: 22914
About the District
ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205
Position Type: Certified Support/Intervention Specialist
Date Posted: 4/24/2026
Department: Curriculum
Supervisor: Principal
Date: 1/10/2020
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation Range: $47,203 - 99,323 per year. This salary range reflects a full-time 1.0 role. An employee working less than 1.0 FTE will receive a prorated salary based on their assigned FTE. Placement on the salary schedule is based on verified, comparable education and experience. For more information on range placement, review the REA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Purpose of the Position
The Teacher understands the central concepts, methods of inquiry, and structures of disciplines and creates learning experiences that make the content meaningful to all students.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that all actions are in concert with Board policies and mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
Participate in job training and professional growth opportunities to enhance the ability to perform essential functions.
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
Engage students in an inquiry-based delivery model of instruction.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
Use a wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance the needs of a diverse student population.
Consider equitable resources and equitable instructional practices to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
Update and maintain all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies and school regulations.
Create and maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
Demonstrate a variety of effective behavior management techniques appropriate to the needs of all students, including those with disabilities.
Maintain discipline in accordance with building expectations and the district's student code of conduct.
Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and needs.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLC).
Create formative assessments aligned to district curriculum.
Analyze student data from both formative and summative assessments to drive differentiated instruction and data-based decision making for students.
Utilize current technology to enhance student learning.
Qualifications
Illinois Teaching License with appropriate endorsements and certifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
Ability to effectively communicate with all school stakeholders.
Ability to develop relationships with students and parents.
Knowledge of various instructional strategies and techniques.
Knowledge of best teaching and assessing practices.
Working knowledge of State and National Standards.
Ability to organize and maintain student records which includes gradebooks.
Working Conditions
Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.
Other
This job description describes duties and responsibilities representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change.
Physical Requirements
Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
Balancing – Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces.
Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist.
Kneeling – Bending legs at the knee to come to a rest on one or both knees.
Crouching – Bending the body downward and forward by bending the leg and spine.
Crawling – Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Standing – Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Walking – Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
Pushing – Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Pulling – Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Lifting – Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This requires considerable use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Finger use – Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with the fingers rather than the whole hand or arm as in handling.
Grasping – Applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm.
Talking – Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word. Activities requiring detailed or spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.
Hearing – Perceiving the nature of sounds. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sounds such as when making fine adjustments on machinery.
Repetitive Motions – Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Work Classification
Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Medium Work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Heavy Work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Very Heavy Work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Visual Acuity Requirements
Machine Operations – Inspection, close assembly, clerical, administration. Minimum standard for use with those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading, or visual inspection.
Mechanics – Skilled tradespeople. Minimum standard for use with those whose work deals with machines such as power tools, lathes and drills.
Mobile Equipment – Minimum standard for use with those who operate cars, trucks, forklifts, cranes, and high equipment.
Other – Minimum standard basis on the criteria of accuracy and neatness of work for janitors, sweepers, etc.
Workplace Conditions
Inside environment conditions.
Outside environment conditions.
Extreme heat or cold for periods greater than one hour.
Noise which would cause them to have to shout.
Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, etc.
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