Middle School ELA/Reading Interventionist

HAMPDEN CHARTER SCHOOL OF SCIENCE**Hampden Charter School of Science (HCSS) is a college preparatory public charter school in Hampden County serving students in grades 612. HCSS is committed to providing a high-quality education in a safe, academically challenging, and caring learning environment.**MISSION**The mission of HCSS is to provide a strong, college preparatory education to students of every race and ethnic background in Western Massachusetts. We are committed to maintaining a small school environment, offering an extended math and science curriculum, providing individualized student support, and encouraging strong partnerships among students, teachers, and families.HCSS is one of the top-performing public schools in Massachusetts. To fulfill our mission, we are committed to hiring dedicated faculty and staff who will help our students succeed academically and personally.**POSITION: ELA INTERVENTIONIST**HCSS is seeking an ELA Interventionist to support students in strengthening their reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills. The ELA Interventionist will work under the supervision of classroom teachers and school administrators to provide targeted academic support to students who need additional assistance in English Language Arts.The ELA Interventionist will assist teachers by working with students individually and in small groups, reinforcing classroom instruction, supporting skill development, and helping students build confidence in reading and writing. This position is ideal for a candidate who enjoys working with middle and/or high school students and is passionate about helping students grow academically.**QUALIFICATIONS**The ideal candidate will:* Develop positive relationships with students.* Provide one-on-one and small-group ELA support under teacher supervision.* Assist teachers in implementing ELA interventions and instructional support.* Help students improve reading comprehension, writing skills, vocabulary, grammar, and foundational literacy skills.* Support students with classwork, intervention materials, and academic practice.* Communicate student progress and needs to supervising teachers.* Use technology effectively to support student learning.* Demonstrate patience, flexibility, and strong communication skills.Prior experience teaching, tutoring, or supporting students in English Language Arts is preferred.**MTEL AND SALARY**Candidates who pass the required MTEL will be eligible for a salary of **$45,000**.

Job Requirements
The ideal candidate will:Hold a bachelors degree.Develop positive relationships with students.Provide one-on-one and small-group ELA support under teacher supervision.Assist teachers in implementing ELA interventions and instructional support.Help students improve reading comprehension, writing skills, vocabulary, grammar, and foundational literacy skills.Support students with classwork, intervention materials, and academic practice.Communicate student progress and needs to supervising teachers.Use technology effectively to support student learning.Demonstrate patience, flexibility, and strong communication skills.Prior experience teaching, tutoring, or supporting students in English Language Arts is preferred.