Interventionist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina at Acceleration Academies

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 RoleThe Interventionist serves as a key member of the academy's Continuous Improvement Team and provides targeted academic, attendance, graduation-readiness, college readiness, and career readiness interventions for Graduation Candidates (GCs) in grades 9-12. This position focuses on supporting Graduation Candidates who are off-track academically, demonstrate gaps in foundational ELA and Math skills, require End-of-Course (EOC) preparation, need attendance and engagement support, or require additional intervention to remain on track toward graduation.

The Interventionist works closely with the Academic Support Coach, Content Coaches, Graduation Candidate Advocates (GCAs), School Counselor, Testing Coordinator, and academy leadership to identify barriers to success, implement individualized interventions, monitor progress, and improve student outcomes related to graduation, College and Career Readiness (CCR), attendance, and academic achievement.

This is a full-time, academy-based position (CSI State funding) reporting to the Academy Director.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Intervention & Progress Monitoring

Identify Graduation Candidates requiring intervention through analysis of attendance, course completion, benchmark assessment, EOC, and engagement data.Provide individualized and small-group intervention services in English Language Arts and Mathematics.Monitor academic progress, course pacing, and mastery of standards using Edmentum reports, benchmark assessments, and intervention tracking tools.Support Graduation Candidates with English II and Algebra I EOC preparation, remediation, and readiness activities.Collaborate with Content Coaches and the Academic Support Coach to develop and implement targeted intervention plans.

Attendance & Engagement Support

Monitor attendance and engagement data to identify Graduation Candidates at risk of withdrawal, chronic absenteeism, or academic disengagement.Conduct attendance interventions, engagement conferences, and individualized success planning.Collaborate with families, GCAs, and academy staff to address barriers impacting attendance and academic progress.

Graduation, College, and Career Readiness

Monitor transcript progress, course completion, and graduation milestones.Assist Graduation Candidates in developing and achieving academic, career, and postsecondary goals.Support College and Career Readiness initiatives, including credential attainment, career exploration activities, WIN Career Readiness preparation, ASVAB participation, and postsecondary planning.Collaborate with the School Counselor to support graduation planning, CCR tracking, and student success initiatives.

School Improvement & Collaboration

Participate in school improvement planning, intervention reviews, data meetings, and Continuous Improvement Plan implementation activities.Collaborate with the Testing Coordinator and Academic Support Coach to identify students requiring intervention based on benchmark and assessment data.Maintain intervention records, progress-monitoring documentation, attendance intervention logs, and student success plans.Participate in professional development, coaching cycles, and data review sessions to strengthen intervention effectiveness.

Desired Attributes

Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field preferred.Experience: Experience working with at-risk youth, alternative education, dropout recovery, re-engagement, credit recovery, or student support services preferred.Skills: Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Strong understanding of academic intervention, attendance intervention, student engagement, graduation requirements, and College and Career Readiness supports.Ability to analyze student data, identify intervention needs, monitor progress, and document outcomes.Ability to collaborate effectively with Graduation Candidates, families, Content Coaches, GCAs, School Counselors, Testing Coordinators, Academic Support Coaches, and academy leadership.Experience using learning management systems, student information systems, and progress monitoring tools preferred.Bilingual skills preferred, based on academy and community needs.

We Value Our Team’s Well-beingWe prioritize the well-being of our team members and their families through a comprehensive and thoughtful benefits offering, along with a supportive and caring environment where people feel valued and set up for success:

Competitive Compensation: up to $50,000Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to support your long-term financial goalsComprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans, along with FSA options, company-paid life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability coverage, and additional protections, including hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insuranceFlexible Time Off: Designed to support balance and time to rechargeSick Time: Dedicated time for when you need it mostCompany Paid HolidaysWellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resourcesEmployee Referral Incentives: Opportunities to earn rewards for helping us grow our teamProfessional Development: Ongoing opportunities to build skills and grow within the organizationCompany-Provided Equipment: Tools and technology to support your success in the role

Why Join the TeamAt 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 handsOccasionally lift up to 20 poundsWork in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during eventsOccasional 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.