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Title: Lead Interventionist (MTSS)
Location: CICS Prairie- 11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Reports To: Principal
Salary: Starting at $65,390, commensurate with experience
Employee Type: Regular Full Time
Start Date: August 2026

Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders.

Position Overview

A Lead MTSS Interventionist supports the implementation of the multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) at the campus level and acts as a core member of the MTSS campus triad. A Lead MTSS Interventionist provides interventions, monitors student progress, and supports planning and facilitation of the schools problem-solving process. Responsibilities include monitoring student data, collaborating with school psychologists, teachers, instructional coaches, and the student services team to ensure that all students across Tiers 2 and 3 are making appropriate gains in their learning. Additionally, a Lead MTSS Interventionist partners with members of the Academic Team and contributes to the work of the MTSS Network-wide.

Responsibilities

Culture

• Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making
• Believe that all students and teachers can learn and can achieve great things
• Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making
• Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and professional relationships
• Honor teacher voice and autonomy
• Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset
• Foster positive climate and culture
• Serve as a positive role model

Interventions 80%

• Deliver and monitor progress of Tier 7 and 8 interventions to students in math and literacy as co-determined by the campus problem solving team
• Monitor progress of Tier 2 interventions in math and literacy as co-determined by the campus problem solving team
• Utilize best practice instructional strategies and research-based intervention and curriculum materials to meet the learning needs of identified students
• Collaborate with Teachers, School Psychologists, and other members of the team to determine best-fit interventions for students who require instructional or behavior supports
• Communicate with families on MTSS processes, intervention, and student progress
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
• Perform other duties as assigned

MTSS Processes 5%

• Implement the DS Model and MTSS Processes
• Co-design and co-facilitate the Campus Problem Solving Meetings and MTSS Triad Meetings
• Implement Network DS Model that includes MTSS framework, processes, tools for academic and behavior at the campus
• Maintain a whole-child, strengths-based mindset and use a culturally responsive lens when designing interventions and making decisions
• Support the problem-solving process at grade level data and planning meetings as needed
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all campus interventions within established network systems
• Maintain inventory of campus interventions, tools, and materials
• Participate in DS Observation Structures and intervention fidelity checks in partnership with members of the DS Academic Team and/or Principal/Assistant Principal
• Leverage student and teacher voice in the design of interventions

Assessment and Data Analysis 10%

• Review & analyze Tiers 2 and 3 academic and behavior data throughout intervention cycles
• Support the coordination and implementation of the campus universal screening process for both academics and behavior
• Attend Data & Design meetings as requested and as needed
• Research ongoing best practices to ensure strong resources and approaches are constantly being utilized with students

Instructional Leadership 5%

• Serve as a member of the network MTSS Expanded Design Team
• Partner with the Assistant Principal and DS Academic Team to strengthen MTSS processes at the campus level
• Co-lead the MTSS problem-solving process with MTSS Triad
• Partner with Assistant Principal to ensure strong fidelity of implementation and accountability for interventions, teacher trainings and student progress/growth
• Contribute to staff development activities to foster teachers professional growth and enhance student learning regarding MTSS
• Participate in all required professional development
• Lead professional development on MTSS framework, tools, and key practices for campus staff as needed
• Attend Instructional Leadership Team and Student Services Team as requested

Requirements (minimum)

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications

• Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or proof of enrollment into a Teacher/Psychologist Certification program within 30 days of employment
• 5 years lead classroom teaching experience
• Must obtain an average of Effective rating according to the DS Teaching Framework for 2 consecutive years at DS in all domains or equivalent from outside organization
• Technology demands:
  • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources
  • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite)
  • Ability to learn digital tools and and programs as needed for the position
  • Proficient in BranchingMinds for documentation
• Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration
• Must be willing to work an extended academic calendar year of 11 months

Physical demands: Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 30% sitting, 50% walking, and 20% standing

Benefits

• 25+ Paid holidays & 10 days PTO annually (in addition to summer break for educators/campus positions)
• 12 weeks family paid leave
• Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 403b match
  • Fully match up to 3%
  • 50% match up to 5%
• Professional development including tuition reimbursement
• Gym and wellness discounts
• And more

Description Disclaimer: Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.

EEO: Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191