Intervention Specialist

REPORTS TO: Principal and Director of Student Services EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, full time FLSA STATUS: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: Teach students with disabilities the skills and knowledge that lead to a productive life. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assess student achievement continuously, in order to design appropriate instruction. Administer standardized and criterion referenced tests as directed by the Special Education Coordinator. Develop and implement individual education plans according to State and local policies and procedures. Prepare clear and timely lesson plans that implement the IEPs. Utilize instructional methods, materials and media that implement the IEP's and are appropriate for students' abilities and skills. Establish a safe and comfortable environment for students, including reasonable guidelines and appropriate consequences for behavior. Provide appropriate intervention for students who exhibit deviant behavior and students who need help with personal care, such as toileting, diapering and feeding. Coordinate instruction, to the extent possible, with the district's approved courses of study. Communicate regularly with classroom teachers, support personnel and others, as appropriate, using the approved procedures and forms. Prepare adequately for substitute teachers. Report to parents, in writing and at conferences, at the intervals established by the district, the Principal and/or the Special Education Coordinator. Communicate with parents on an ongoing basis, in a positive manner. Make effective use of resources and materials and care for them in a responsible manner. Participate actively as a building staff member and also as a member of the Special Education Department. Keep accurate and detailed records, according to Special Education and building rules. Observe the adopted daily building schedule, including starting and ending times for teachers and students, and perform all assigned duties. Attend all building and Special Education staff meetings, unless excused. Serve on committees and participate in school activities in a professionally responsible manner. Communicate with agencies, authorities and private practitioners, according to confidentiality guidelines and other district procedures. Engage in continuous professional growth, including attending training sessions as assigned. Complete a professional development plan according to procedures adopted by the school district. Use sound judgment, tact and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents and the community, and maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain. Serve as a role model in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values. Observe all Special Education laws and local procedures. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with the selection of teaching materials and equipment. Work with student teachers if needed. Supervise an aide, if appropriate. Maintain an appropriate personal appearance. Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district. Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, and/or the Special Education Coordinator. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Appropriate Ohio teaching certificate/license. Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Basic knowledge of educationally relevant disabilities. Knowledge of a variety of instructional designs, methods and activities appropriate for the age and developmental level of the population being served. Willingness to acquire skill in instructional methods recommended by the Special Education Coordinator for a child or group of children. Knowledge of positive behavior management methods. Ability to meet the time requirements of the IEP schedule. Ability to work effectively with others in many different situations, including teams. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Effective, active listening skills. Well developed organizational and problem solving skills. Knowledge of basic computer technology, or willingness to acquire and appropriately apply such knowledge. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Various office machines and instructional equipment, such as calculators, copiers, laminating machines, VCR's, DVD players, slide projectors. Computer/printer. Some specialized equipment used by students with disabilities; for example amplification devices, medical devices and specialized computers. WORKING CONDITIONS: Potential exposure to blood or other 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.Must be available for education related purposes outside the school day when requested to do so under reasonable terms; for example, I.E.P. meetings. Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, reach with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, and kneel. Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and pull various items; for example, books and supplies, up to 25 lbs. NOTE: The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of Employment: One Year Limited Contract Salary and Fringe Benefits: Based on current salary and benefit schedule ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the online application. Please do not send materials through U.S. mail or by e-mail, all documents should be uploaded to your application. If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview. The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973. Posted Internally: March 14, 2024 Internal Application Deadline: March 22, 2024