Notice of Certified Staff Vacancy School Year
POSITION: Preschool Intervention Specialist (Itinerant) Rossford Elementary School
Rossford Schools is seeking a dedicated and student-centered Preschool Intervention Specialist (Itinerant) for the school year. The successful candidate will provide specially designed instruction and consultation services to support preschool-aged children with disabilities across early childhood settings. This role requires strong collaboration with staff and families a commitment to inclusive practices and attention to preschool program requirements including Step Up To Quality and applicable preschool licensing rules.
Salary: Competitive Wages & Fringe Benefits beginning at $48992
Position Overview
The Preschool Intervention Specialist (Itinerant) serves as a special education provider for preschool students delivering services outlined in IEPs through a combination of direct instruction co-teaching/inclusion support and consultation. The intervention specialist collaborates with early childhood staff to ensure compliance with special education requirements and preschool program standards supports developmentally appropriate practices and monitors student progress toward goals.
Qualifications
Valid and appropriate Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Intervention Specialist licensure including a preschool endorsement as required for assignment
Strong organization communication and collaboration skills
Commitment to the district vision of preparing inspiring and empowering all students to achieve success
Experience developing implementing and monitoring IEPs for preschool-aged students
Knowledge of Ohios Extended Learning Standards (OLS-E) inclusion and adapting curriculum in collaboration with classroom teachers
Familiarity with preschool program requirements including early learning standards and licensing expectations and supporting practices aligned to Step Up To Quality
Working knowledge of FBAs/BIPs and behavior supports for young learners
Ability to meet required preschool compliance expectations including completion of mandatory trainings and documentation as required by Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and district procedures
Responsibilities
Instructional Responsibilities
Develop and implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to IEP goals and student needs
Provide direct and consultative services in inclusive and small-group/pull-out settings as determined by IEPs
Monitor progress toward IEP goals maintain service documentation and use data to adjust instruction
Collaboration and Program Support
Collaborate with preschool staff and related service providers to support inclusive practices and classroom routines
Partner with families to support student growth and participate in IEP meetings and reviews
Support preschool program compliance by following procedures aligned with Step Up to Quality expectations and applicable licensing requirements
Behavior and Student Support
Support positive behavior strategies and early childhood behavior systems
Conduct functional behavior assessments and develop behavior intervention plans as appropriate and coach staff on implementation
Professional and Legal Compliance
Maintain accurate records and confidentiality in accordance with federal and state special education requirements
Participate in required trainings professional learning and meetings; complete documentation within established timelines
Fulfill responsibilities as outlined in applicable job description(s) including other duties as assigned by the Principal Director of Student Services or SuperintendentPreschool - Job Description
In accordance with State law the Rossford Board of Education requires a criminal background check through the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCII) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) records for each applicant the Superintendent recommends for employment. It is the policy of the Board of Education of the Rossford School District that no candidate for a position in this District shall be discriminated against based on race color religion national origin or citizenship status creed or ancestry age gender marital status non-disqualifying disability height or other protected categories.
Required Experience:
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