Intervention Specialist Middle School 4-8

Grandview Heights Schools is seeking an Intervention Specialist atLarry Larson Middle School(48 for theschool year. Ideal candidates will have OG Certification or experience!

TITLE:Intervention Specialist atLarry Larson Middle School 48

REPORTS TO:Building Principal and Chief Student Growth & Development Officer

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:Regular Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
• Appropriate State of Ohio teaching certificate/license
• OG Certification or experience (Preferred)

POSITION SUMMARYTeach students with disabilities the skills and knowledge that are necessary to lead a productive life

INSTRUCTION AND LEADERSHIP

• Establish a safe and comfortable environment for all students including the establishment of reasonable guidelines and appropriate consequences for behavior
• Continuously assess student achievement in order to design and differentiate instruction
• Develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs) according to State and local policies and procedures
• Prepare clear and timely lesson plans that implement the student IEPs
• Provide appropriate intervention for students who exhibit deviant behavior
• Properly care for students who require personal care such as toileting diapering and feeding
• Coordinate instruction to the highest extent possible within the districts approved courses of study
• Administer standardized and criterion referenced tests according to district policies and procedures
• Make effective use of resources and materials that implement the student IEPs and are appropriate for the students disability and skills
• Keep accurate and detailed records according to Special Education and building guidelines
• Prepare adequate lesson plans and instructions for substitute teachers which outlining classroom expectation and building procedures
• Observe the daily building schedule including starting and ending times for teachers and students and perform assigned duties
• Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethics responsibility and democratic values

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Be available for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so and under reasonable terms
• Serve on committees and participate in school related activities in a professional and responsible manner
• Complete an individual professional development plan according to procedures adopted by the district
• Learn and implement the administrative procedures associated with the teaching assignment; for example applying for a field trip or conducting a fundraiser

COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION

• Communicate regularly with classroom teachers support personnel and other appropriate staff using approved procedures and forms
• Effectively and clearly report to parents in a regular manner and at intervals established by the district and/or building
• Communicate with agencies authorities and private practitioners according to confidentiality guidelines and other district procedures
• Use sound judgment tact and diplomacy when interacting with students parents and the community
• Maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain
• Work cooperatively with peers administrators and support staff

OTHER

• Assist with the selection of textbooks and other teaching materials
• Work with student teachers if assigned
• Supervise a paraprofessional or aide if assigned
• Maintain appropriate personal appearance and hygiene
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the building and district
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal the Superintendent or his/her designees

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Potential exposure to blood bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather; that is being prepared to come to school on all scheduled work days except calamity days
• Frequent interaction with unruly children
• Potential interaction with angry or distraught adults
• Regular requirement to sit stand walk talk hear see read reach with hands and arms
• Occasional requirement to lift carry push and pull various items; for example books and supplies up to a maximum of 25 lbs.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority