Intervention Specialist - Cross-Categorical Self-Contained Classroom

Job SummaryOur commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies ensures that every student thrives academically socially and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities fostering wellrounded and socially responsible citizens.To be successful at SMART Academy staff members must embody a range of skills including:Passion for education and student wellbeing.Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion.Effective mentoring and guidance for students.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Continuous learning and professional development.Forwardthinking planning and strategic decisionmaking.Openness to twoway communication and community engagement.We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction providing ongoing professional development aligned with our districts vision and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school career and life.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage individualized learning strategies for students with disabilities and document student progress to gauge the efficacy of interventions.Advances academic performance using behavior modification guided instruction and peer group accountability.Aligns teaching strategies with the learning styles of students. Implements evidencebased instructional strategies that produce quantifiable benefits within welldefined time frames.Assists with Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA). Develops Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) that target and change undesirable behaviors.Develops lesson plans consistent with state learning standards and district curriculum goals.Ensures student lists lesson plans and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.Helps students acquire appropriate functional skills (e.g. communication selfregulation socialization etc.)Helps students develop educational goals that are specific measurable achievable relevant and timebased (SMART) and monitors progress towards the goals.Implements developmentally and cognitively appropriate extensions of classroom instruction. (e.g. environmental and instructional accommodations pushin/pullout support etc.)Maintains effective document and records management systems. Prepares timely files. Monitors reporting deadlines. Complies with district records retention and disposal policies.Participates in the Evaluation Team Report (ETR) process and parent/student conferences.Prepares and implements legally compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Identifies current levels of performance shortterm objectives annual goals service duration evaluation procedures etc. within the timelines outlined by ODEW.Proctors mandated testing activities. Upholds test security procedures.Provides a highly structured learning environment.Provides leadership for the advancement of best practices and academic standards. Implements initiatives that support continuous improvement in student participation and achievement.Schedules regular meetings to address concerns related to caseload responsibilities.Uses comprehensive assessments to obtain objective student data. Plans services relevant to needs. Supports student access to inclusive educational opportunities.Uses formative and summative assessments to track student progress. Provides timely feedback.Uses plain language to explain to families and staff the objectives of Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and Specially Designed Instruction (SDI).Develops mutually respectful relationships with coworkers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.May oversee and direct paraprofessionalsAttends to the personal needs of students as needed.Helps ensure the accuracy and privacy of confidential information.Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.Sustains an acceptable attendance record. Consistently complies with established work schedules.RequirementsMust possess or be eligible for an appropriate Ohio Department of EducationTeaching LicenseM/I preferredQualificationsBachelors degree in education from an accredited college or university or equivalentHolds/maintains required ODEW credentials MildModerate/ModerateSevere LicenseActs according to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio EducatorsEmbrace highperformance standards (e.g. engagement proficiency resilience etc.)Maintain a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employmentActive Listening Collaboration with stakeholders creative problem solving and good time management skills

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