Part-Time Early Intervention Teacher (EIP)

About Arcado Elementary School

Dedicated to excellence, Arcado Elementary School serves a vibrant, multilingual community in Lilburn, Georgia. At Arcado Elementary, we are committed to providing a supportive, culturally responsive learning environment where students are empowered to reach their full academic potential, honor diverse perspectives, and succeed both socially and academically within our close-knit school family.

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Part-Time Early Intervention Program (EIP) Teacher (20 hours per week) to join our team at Arcado Elementary School. In this role, you will provide targeted, research-based interventions to help students performing below grade level acquire the necessary academic skills to reach grade-level proficiency. As an integral part of our Response to Intervention (RTI) framework, you will collaborate closely with classroom teachers and school staff to deliver high-impact instruction and foster student growth.

Qualifications

Required:

• Certification: Active Georgia Educator Certification in Early Childhood Education (P-5) issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Active Georgia Reading Endorsement or completion of the Reading Recovery Program.
• Proven track record of successfully impacting student achievement and closing learning gaps in an elementary setting.

Core Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of the GCPS Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum and elementary pedagogical strategies.
• Proven expertise in administering and analyzing diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments to guide instructional decisions.
• Mastery of research-based intervention strategies, including scaffolded instruction, vocabulary building, and literacy/numeracy skill development.
• Proficiency in integrating instructional technology to enhance student engagement and track learning.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills to collaborate effectively with administrators, colleagues, and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Intervention & Instruction: Plan and deliver targeted, small-group or push-in/pull-out instruction to eligible EIP students using approved GCPS delivery models.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Administer assessments with fidelity, monitor student progress, and analyze data to identify learning gaps and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborative Support: Partner with classroom teachers to provide specialized strategies, resources, and alignment with core classroom instruction.
• Classroom Management & Environment: Establish a structured, supportive, and culturally responsive learning environment that encourages active participation and mutual respect.
• Professional & Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate assessment and attendance records, participate in professional learning, and communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress within the designated 20-hour weekly schedule.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your official application with Gwinnett County Public Schools online via the GCPS AppliTrack Portal.

Application Checklist & Requirements

To complete your official application, please ensure you have the following completed and uploaded:

1. Georgia MyPSC Account: Register for an account on the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) website.
2. Degree Verification: Official or unofficial transcripts showing a conferred Bachelor's degree or higher.
3. Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment: Completion certificate or passing score report for GACE Test 351.
4. GACE Content Assessment: Copy of your passing score report for ESOL (Note: If not yet passed, this requirement must be fulfilled within your first year of employment).
5. 5 Year Employment History: Complete, ordered work history for at least the last 5 consecutive years (any gaps in employment must be briefly explained).
6. Professional References: Online reference survey sent to a professional work email address (personal email addresses, friends, or family are not accepted):

• Current Teachers: Latest reference from your current principal, plus an additional reference from an Assistant Principal or Department Head.
• Student Teachers / Recent Graduates: References from your university supervisor and cooperating teacher.
• Non Traditional Candidates: Reference from your most recent direct supervisor.