About Acceleration Academies

At Acceleration Academies, we partner with school districts to support Graduation Candidates in earning their high school diploma through flexible scheduling, personalized learning, and a focus on outcomes. Our approach is designed to meet Graduation Candidates (Students) where they are and help them make meaningful progress toward graduation and long-term success. Every student deserves the chance to walk across the stage and experience the pride, relief, and sense of accomplishment that comes with it. We are committed to providing the support and partnership to help make that possible.

The Role
The Interventionist provides targeted academic and behavioral support for Graduation Candidates who need additional assistance to make progress toward course completion and graduation. This role delivers small-group and individual intervention in mathematics, literacy, and other priority academic areas, while also supporting students in developing the routines, self-management strategies, and consistent participation that make academic progress possible. The Interventionist works alongside academy instructional and support staff, using student performance, attendance, and engagement data to identify needs and adjust support.

This is a temporary, part-time position funded by the Title I grant for the 2026-27 academic year, September 2026 through June 2027, onsite at Santa Rosa Acceleration Academy. Continuation of this position beyond June 2027 is contingent on Title I grant funding.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic intervention to Graduation Candidates identified as needing additional support in mathematics, literacy, or other priority academic areas.
• Provide behavioral and engagement intervention for Graduation Candidates experiencing barriers to consistent academic participation.
• Deliver small-group and individual support aligned to student needs and academy instructional priorities.
• Support students in developing routines, self-management strategies, and behaviors that promote successful participation in the academy program.
• Use student performance, attendance, and engagement data to identify needs and adjust intervention support.
• Collaborate with academy instructional and support staff to identify students in need and reinforce classroom and course-based learning goals.
• Monitor and communicate student progress toward course completion with the Graduation Candidate support team.
• Document intervention activities and student progress to support Title I program monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Participate in data meetings, professional development, and academy events as scheduled.

Desired Attributes

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Successful completion of the District Instructional Screening Process
• Experience providing academic intervention, tutoring, mentoring, or small-group instruction with adolescents or young adults
• Experience providing behavioral or engagement support preferred
• Experience working in non-traditional or at-risk youth settings preferred
• Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies, restorative practices, or trauma-informed approaches preferred
• Ability to interpret student data and adjust support accordingly
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students and remain calm and consistent in challenging situations
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Comfort with educational technology tools and platforms

Why Join the Team
At Acceleration Academies, you will be part of a team focused on helping Graduation Candidates reach one of the most important milestones in their lives. You will play a direct role in driving outcomes, supporting academy teams, and ensuring Graduation Candidates stay on track toward graduation, all alongside a team committed to doing the work the right way.

Physical & Work Environment

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events
• Occasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and shaping the future of education, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining what’s possible for students everywhere.

Third-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies
Agencies presenting candidates must have an active, nonexpired Master Services Agreement and be formally engaged by an Acceleration Academies Recruiter. Resumes submitted outside these terms will be considered the property of Acceleration Academies.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All roles at Acceleration Academies include core responsibilities that are fundamental to student success and overall academy operations. Applicants should carefully review the job description to ensure they can meet these requirements. Essential duties typically include:

• Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours

• On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite)

• Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations

• Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace

If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the role, Acceleration Academies will engage in an interactive process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please note that accommodations cannot remove essential job functions or fundamentally alter the nature of the role.