Interventionist Teacher at KIPP Northeast Elementary (26/27 School Year)
KIPP Colorado, Denver, CO, United States
About the Elementary Interventionist Role
The Interventionist is the instructional leader on campus responsible for driving the academic mission of a KIPP Colorado elementary school by developing and executing programs that enable students to make 1.5‑2.0 years of academic growth each academic year. The Interventionist will support the school’s Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) program for literacy and mathematics, stay current with best practices for literacy/math instruction to educate staff, create and teach intervention groups, and support multi‑language learners. This is a full‑time 10‑month academic position and is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
About KIPP
KIPP is a national network of tuition‑free, public charter schools open to all students. We create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students for college, career, and beyond. In 20 states and the District of Columbia, KIPP serves more than 100,000 students, and KIPP students graduate to four‑year colleges at three times the national average for low‑income students.
Who we are
KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college‑preparatory public charter schools that educate 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. Our 350‑person staff partners with families and communities to ensure a choice‑filled future for our KIPPsters. Our core values—excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy, and courage—guide all we do.
What we do
We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student and set a high bar for joy and academic excellence. We create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging, and support, personalizing learning to each student’s needs, skills, and interests.
Professional Responsibilities
Believe deeply in the mission, values, and RIDE commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn.
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement.
Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual.
Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning.
Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions.
Commit to being prepared for lessons, meetings, coaching, PD, and internal communication.
Meet professional obligations including deadlines and schedules.
Leverage professional tools such as Google Suite and Microsoft Suite.
Maintain strong attendance and punctuality.
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback for continuous improvement.
Reflect on professional practices and meet development goals.
Participate in professional development, grade‑level, and department meetings.
Engage in all school‑wide and organizational professional development.
Serve as a positive member of a grade team or functional team.
Share candid, solutions‑oriented feedback with peers and leadership.
Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement activities.
Travel within Denver to other KIPP campuses or PD events when required.
Assist with other duties as assigned, such as lunch, arrival/dismissal, and hallway duties.
Assessment, Goal Setting, and Progress Monitoring
Coordinate and facilitate the school’s intervention programming.
Coordinate literacy assessment and data collection for all students.
Interpret results to determine targeted grouping and manage goal‑setting for reading growth and proficiency.
Schedule push‑/pull‑out support with English‑language arts teachers.
Communicate progress to stakeholders and staff.
Plan, prepare, and deliver rigorous Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading intervention classes targeting decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Work closely with Learning Support teachers to provide differentiated resources.
Teach daily literacy interventions in small‑group settings, using Foundations and the Wilson Reading System.
Plan and facilitate small‑group math instruction for K‑4 students.
Progress monitor, document, and enter student data into a centralized system.
Analyze data to set individual goals, create intervention groups, and adjust instruction.
Collaborate with general and special education teachers, service providers, leaders, students, and families to meet academic, social, and emotional needs.
Use culturally responsive, trauma‑informed strategies.
Maintain confidentiality of all student and staff data.
Lead Reading Intervention with Students and Support Other Staff
Execute targeted, research‑based reading instruction daily.
Provide partnership and support to staff members and general educators who facilitate academic intervention.
Additional Duties
Frequently communicate progress to key stakeholders and staff.
Carry out the daily big‑four operational duties.
Assist with duties assigned by the school leader or MTSS lead.
Collaborate with other interventionists and the Data and Academics Team to build aligned programming.
Fulfill Denver Public Schools and READ Act compliance requirements as determined by leadership.
Role Level Specifics, Scope of Work, and Level of Responsibility
For more about leading at this level, refer to the KIPP Colorado Role Levels Matrix (internal document only).
About a Successful Candidate
The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to KIPP Colorado’s mission and RIDE commitments, possesses outstanding organizational, communication, and analytical skills, and thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast‑paced environment.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (required).
Spanish bilingual (preferred).
Ability and willingness to meet ESA criteria (required).
At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred).
Willingness to attend required events, including evenings and weekends (required).
Full understanding of KIPP and commitment to the Exceptional Student Experience.
Commitment to youth of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities.
Proactive problem‑solving, initiative, and teamwork.
Strong work ethic and passion for teaching.
Multi‑skilled, resourceful, and willing to support academic excellence.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and analytical skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with creativity and versatility.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive Market Salary: Starting at $60,915, commensurate with experience.
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% employee‑only monthly premium paid, with options for family enrollment through United Healthcare.
Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO).
PTO: Up to 8 days based on hire date.
Summer Break: Organization‑wide closure for all employees.
Parental and Medical Leave: 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid after the first year.
Career Trajectory: Opportunities for upward mobility across schools and career growth during weekly coaching sessions.
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access via Employee Assistance Program.
Technology & Access: Laptop provided.
Retirement Planning: Participation in Colorado PERA retirement program and PERA 401k option.
Relocation Reimbursement (when applicable).
Additional Pay: Various stipend opportunities available.
Insurance Options: Wellness reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance.
Benefits FAQ available for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity
KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. We provide a non‑discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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The Interventionist is the instructional leader on campus responsible for driving the academic mission of a KIPP Colorado elementary school by developing and executing programs that enable students to make 1.5‑2.0 years of academic growth each academic year. The Interventionist will support the school’s Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) program for literacy and mathematics, stay current with best practices for literacy/math instruction to educate staff, create and teach intervention groups, and support multi‑language learners. This is a full‑time 10‑month academic position and is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
About KIPP
KIPP is a national network of tuition‑free, public charter schools open to all students. We create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students for college, career, and beyond. In 20 states and the District of Columbia, KIPP serves more than 100,000 students, and KIPP students graduate to four‑year colleges at three times the national average for low‑income students.
Who we are
KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college‑preparatory public charter schools that educate 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. Our 350‑person staff partners with families and communities to ensure a choice‑filled future for our KIPPsters. Our core values—excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy, and courage—guide all we do.
What we do
We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student and set a high bar for joy and academic excellence. We create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging, and support, personalizing learning to each student’s needs, skills, and interests.
Professional Responsibilities
Believe deeply in the mission, values, and RIDE commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn.
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement.
Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual.
Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning.
Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions.
Commit to being prepared for lessons, meetings, coaching, PD, and internal communication.
Meet professional obligations including deadlines and schedules.
Leverage professional tools such as Google Suite and Microsoft Suite.
Maintain strong attendance and punctuality.
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback for continuous improvement.
Reflect on professional practices and meet development goals.
Participate in professional development, grade‑level, and department meetings.
Engage in all school‑wide and organizational professional development.
Serve as a positive member of a grade team or functional team.
Share candid, solutions‑oriented feedback with peers and leadership.
Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement activities.
Travel within Denver to other KIPP campuses or PD events when required.
Assist with other duties as assigned, such as lunch, arrival/dismissal, and hallway duties.
Assessment, Goal Setting, and Progress Monitoring
Coordinate and facilitate the school’s intervention programming.
Coordinate literacy assessment and data collection for all students.
Interpret results to determine targeted grouping and manage goal‑setting for reading growth and proficiency.
Schedule push‑/pull‑out support with English‑language arts teachers.
Communicate progress to stakeholders and staff.
Plan, prepare, and deliver rigorous Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading intervention classes targeting decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Work closely with Learning Support teachers to provide differentiated resources.
Teach daily literacy interventions in small‑group settings, using Foundations and the Wilson Reading System.
Plan and facilitate small‑group math instruction for K‑4 students.
Progress monitor, document, and enter student data into a centralized system.
Analyze data to set individual goals, create intervention groups, and adjust instruction.
Collaborate with general and special education teachers, service providers, leaders, students, and families to meet academic, social, and emotional needs.
Use culturally responsive, trauma‑informed strategies.
Maintain confidentiality of all student and staff data.
Lead Reading Intervention with Students and Support Other Staff
Execute targeted, research‑based reading instruction daily.
Provide partnership and support to staff members and general educators who facilitate academic intervention.
Additional Duties
Frequently communicate progress to key stakeholders and staff.
Carry out the daily big‑four operational duties.
Assist with duties assigned by the school leader or MTSS lead.
Collaborate with other interventionists and the Data and Academics Team to build aligned programming.
Fulfill Denver Public Schools and READ Act compliance requirements as determined by leadership.
Role Level Specifics, Scope of Work, and Level of Responsibility
For more about leading at this level, refer to the KIPP Colorado Role Levels Matrix (internal document only).
About a Successful Candidate
The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to KIPP Colorado’s mission and RIDE commitments, possesses outstanding organizational, communication, and analytical skills, and thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast‑paced environment.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (required).
Spanish bilingual (preferred).
Ability and willingness to meet ESA criteria (required).
At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred).
Willingness to attend required events, including evenings and weekends (required).
Full understanding of KIPP and commitment to the Exceptional Student Experience.
Commitment to youth of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities.
Proactive problem‑solving, initiative, and teamwork.
Strong work ethic and passion for teaching.
Multi‑skilled, resourceful, and willing to support academic excellence.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and analytical skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with creativity and versatility.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive Market Salary: Starting at $60,915, commensurate with experience.
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% employee‑only monthly premium paid, with options for family enrollment through United Healthcare.
Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO).
PTO: Up to 8 days based on hire date.
Summer Break: Organization‑wide closure for all employees.
Parental and Medical Leave: 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid after the first year.
Career Trajectory: Opportunities for upward mobility across schools and career growth during weekly coaching sessions.
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access via Employee Assistance Program.
Technology & Access: Laptop provided.
Retirement Planning: Participation in Colorado PERA retirement program and PERA 401k option.
Relocation Reimbursement (when applicable).
Additional Pay: Various stipend opportunities available.
Insurance Options: Wellness reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance.
Benefits FAQ available for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity
KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. We provide a non‑discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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