The strategy outlined in the JSON file focuses on maximizing the effectiveness of math interventionists in supporting students, particularly those requiring Tier 2 and Tier 3 math instruction. One key approach is to optimize the Student Support Team (SST) process. For instance, by reviewing the current SST process and implementing standardized procedures, schools can ensure that interventionists are actively involved and that meetings are productive and consistent in tracking student progress.
Enhancing progress monitoring is another vital strategy. By adopting robust tools and regularly assessing student progress, interventionists can identify trends and make data-driven decisions. This could involve setting measurable goals and adjusting strategies based on monitoring results, ensuring that students make consistent progress in their math skills.
Finally, increasing interventionist engagement is critical. Schools can conduct needs assessments, pair interventionists with teachers for collaborative planning, and offer professional development opportunities. Establishing mentorship programs and creating systems for recognizing contributions helps foster a supportive environment where interventionists can thrive and make significant impacts on student outcomes.
The strategies
⛳️ Strategy 1: Optimise SST process
- Review current SST process and identify areas for improvement
- Conduct a workshop to train staff on effective SST procedures
- Establish clear criteria for referring students to SST
- Implement a standardised SST referral form
- Schedule regular SST meetings to discuss student progress
- Invite interventionists to participate in SST meetings
- Develop a tracking system for SST meeting outcomes and follow-ups
- Set up a feedback loop for teachers and interventionists on SST effectiveness
- Monitor the consistency of SST processes across the school
- Assess the impact of SST on student outcomes every term
⛳️ Strategy 2: Enhance progress monitoring
- Adopt a robust progress monitoring tool for math interventions
- Train interventionists on the use of the selected monitoring tool
- Establish a baseline for monitoring student progress in Tier 2/3
- Set measurable goals for student improvement in math interventions
- Schedule regular assessments to evaluate student progress
- Analyse progress data to identify trends and areas needing attention
- Share progress updates with teachers, parents, and students
- Adjust intervention strategies based on monitoring results
- Provide additional resources for students not meeting progress goals
- Evaluate the effectiveness of progress monitoring bi-annually
⛳️ Strategy 3: Increase interventionist engagement
- Conduct a needs assessment to determine support areas for interventionists
- Pair interventionists with teachers to collaborate on individualized student plans
- Organise regular professional development sessions for interventionists
- Establish a mentorship programme for new interventionists
- Provide time for interventionists to plan and reflect on their instruction
- Create a recognition system to acknowledge interventionist contributions
- Align interventionist goals with school-wide objectives
- Encourage interventionists to lead workshops on successful strategies
- Facilitate peer observations to share effective practices
- Solicit feedback from interventionists to improve strategies and support
Bringing accountability to your strategy
It's one thing to have a plan, it's another to stick to it. We hope that the examples above will help you get started with your own strategy, but we also know that it's easy to get lost in the day-to-day effort.
That's why we built Tability: to help you track your progress, keep your team aligned, and make sure you're always moving in the right direction.
Give it a try and see how it can help you bring accountability to your strategy.
