IMMEDIATE Intervention Specialist- Specialized Learning Classroom (cross-categorical)

Specialized Learning Classroom Intervention Specialists in K-12 schools in Ohio play a critical role in supporting students with diverse learning needs.  Summary of responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with low-incidence disabilities

• Adapt and modify curriculum to support students with diverse disabilities in general and special education settings.

• Provide small-group or one-on-one instruction to address students unique learning needs

• Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to meet students unique learning needs

• Use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies to accommodate different learning styles

• Assist each student in working toward independence promoting self-advocacy and life skills essential for success beyond the classroom

• Serve as a liaison between students teachers families and related service providers

• Ensure students receive appropriate accommodations and modifications

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings including IEP and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) meetings

• Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and positive behavior supports

• Utilize de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies 

• Assess students academic and behavioral progress using formal and informal assessments

• Maintain documentation and progress reports for IEPs 

• Adjust instructional strategies based on data-driven decision-making

• Adhere to the Operating Standards for Ohios Schools Serving Children with Disabilities ensuring proper placement instruction and evaluation of students with disabilities

• Ensure adherence to federal and state special education laws

• Ensure adherence to board policies and district procedures.

• Stay updated on best practices in inclusive education through ongoing training

• Actively involve parents and colleagues as learning partners fostering a collaborative approach to student development

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited four-year college or university

• Current Ohio Special Education Intervention Specialist License or willingness and ability to pursue certification by start date by using one of 3 pathways:

  • Traditional

  • Alternative

  • Supplemental

• Prior teaching experience preferred but not required

• Ability to demonstrate content knowledge in all core academic subjects

• Experience using Ohios Extended Learning Standards

• Experience collaborating with a paraprofessional

• Experience with participating in ETR meetings and writing ETR part 1

• Experience with writing IEPs progress monitoring progress reporting & data collection

• Experience using SameGoal to create special education documents

• Belief that outstanding school leaders staff and teachers can achieve excellent outcomes for all students.

• Ability to persevere with a sense of optimism strong problem solving skills and desire to learn and grow in a collaborative professional learning community

• Willingness and commitment to go above and beyond to prove the possible with students.

• Ability to multi-task and work within an ambiguous fast-moving start-up environment while driving toward clarity and solutions

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Extreme flexibility with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate high levels of responsibility and multiple priorities

• Model the values of KIPP Columbus (Imagine Navigate Seek Persevere Integrity Responsibility and Empathy)

Additional Information :

Compensation and Benefits

KIPP Columbus offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance as well as group term life insurance retirement plan and paid time off.  

Statement of Non-Disclosure

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission employment etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability gender nationality race or ethnicity religion sexual orientation or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time