Intervention Specialist (Mild-Moderate)

VACANCY NOTICE: Intervention Specialist (Mild-Moderate)

LOCATION: Revere High School

EFFECTIVE DATE: 2024-2025 School Year

POSTING DATE: June 7, 2024

APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 21, 2024 - Internal Candidates

Until Filled - External Candidates

Job Objective: Develops student learning experiences using differentiated curricula and instructional strategies.

Minimum Qualifications: ·

• Holds/maintains required state department of education credentials.

• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.

• Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.

• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.

• Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.

• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) or similar training may be required for some assignments.

Essential Functions:

1.Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and pedagogy. Organizes subject content and learning goals that support high levels of student achievement.

• Works closely with other service providers to support unified classroom lessons.

• Implements strategies to improve family involvement and support for program activities.

• Prepares intervention materials. Teaches assigned students as scheduled.

• Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with intervention goals.

• Evaluates student academic needs and learning styles.

• Differentiates intervention techniques to effectively advance student learning.

• Facilitates the integration of new technology in all areas of the curriculum.

• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor student progress.

• Uses a data-driven approach to analyze assessments. Provides effective feedback to students.

• Identifies alternative approaches/accommodations as needed (e.g., differentiated curricula, equipment adaptations, extended time, study guides, reading/transcribing assistance, etc.).

• Collaboratively identifies and resolves problems that impede student learning. Implements evidence-based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames.

• Facilitates/supports the least restrictive environment for the placement of students with disabilities.

• Conducts academic assessments for Evaluation Team Report (ETR) as requested.

• Facilitates Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings. Prepares draft and final IEPs.

• Prepares and transmits legally compliant special education documents by required deadlines.

• Participates in manifestation determination and functional behavior assessment meetings.

• Advocates for students. Observes student demeanor. Investigates/reports atypical behavior.

• Helps students make appropriate choices and grow academically. Promotes creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance skills.

• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports and/or report cards.

• Substantiates data on IEP goals/objectives as required.

• Initiates consistent parental updates to communicate academic, behavioral and social-emotional performance-related matters.

• Proctors state and district testing activities. Upholds mandated security procedures.

• Identifies alternative assessment methods when warranted.

• Ensures student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

2.Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.

• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

• Complies with the Employee Code of Excellence.

• Contributes to an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.

• Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities.

• Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.

• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.

• Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards.

• Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

3.Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.

• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.

• Refers policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.

• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.

4.Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.

• Updates personal skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.

5.Takes precautions to protect student and staff safety. Helps supervisors manage risks.

• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Provides appropriate student supervision.

• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes and administrative directives when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior and suspected child abuse or neglect.

• Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.

6.Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.