Early Childhood Intervention Specialist

Pre-School Teacher, Early Childhood Intervention Specialist Lil' Cruiser Campus, SY 2024-2025Facilitate learning by identifying and understanding individual characteristics of all students taught and present subject matter accordingly; manage the classroom by organizing it to stimulate learning and to foster discipline; make professional decisions about what to teach and across subject areas based on available curriculum guidelines NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importanceEssential FunctionsEnsure safety of studentsImplement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the studentsCreate a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the studentConvey academic expectation and goals to the students at the outset of instruction in a documented and understandable fashionReview testing/assessment data to provide intervention and make adjustments to daily instructionEmploy a variety of scientifically based instructional methods, techniques and tools to provide students with 21st century learning opportunityTeach and evaluate the students using sound instructional practicesEffectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environmentPrepare clear and timely lesson plansMaintain accurate, complete and correct records as requiredProvide guidance and counsel to the students which will promote their welfare and their proper educational developmentAttend parent/teacher conferencesAssist in newsletter writingProvide complete lesson plans for substituteMake provisions for being available to students and parents for educational-related purposes outside the instructional dayAssist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life and conduct, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure for the classroom, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just mannerTake necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilitiesDemonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learnersIdentify student needs, and cooperate with other professional staff in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problemsInteract in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsMaintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student recordsPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationAttend meetings and in-services as requiredEstablish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective communication and conferencesOther Duties and ResponsibilitiesServe on committees and cocurricular activities as agreed uponSupervise student teachers as agreed uponInteract with public in official capacity when requiredInteract with Superintendent and/or Board of Education and present information as requestedServe as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beingsRespond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate mannerEstablish and maintain cooperative professional relationshipsAssist in the determination of appropriate curriculum, materials, supplies, and texts in cooperation with the Special Education Directorand/or PrincipalAttend professional growth seminars, workshops, etc., to keep current on relevant issuesDiscipline students when necessaryRefer attendance, health, and psychological emotional problems to Principal and/or Guidance CounselorFlexible to change with new state requirementsPerform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Special Education DirectorQualificationsBachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or universityAppropriate State of Ohio teaching certifications/license (Early Childhood Intervention Specialist P-3)BCII/FBI ClearanceAlternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriateRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of academic area and teaching methodologyAbility to work effectively with othersAbility to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsOrganizational and problem solving skillsTraining in varied instructional designSkills and knowledge in equipment preparation/operationUse of basic hand tools, e.g. hammer, screwdriver, pliersVariable technology use, i.e., laser disk, grading software, etc.General computer skillsAbility to stay up-to-date with new technologyEquipment OperatedInteractive white boardDocument cameraCamcorderWireless slateDigital cameraPhotocopierComputerPrinterVCRTelephoneScannerOverhead projectorLaminatorSpecial Education equipment – wheelchairs, hearing devices, etc.Additional Working ConditionsOccasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissueOccasional interaction with unruly studentsFrequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoopOccasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 poundsOccasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions, i.e., being prepared to work on all scheduled school days, except calamity daysFrequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, calculator, writingOccasional travelOccasional evening/weekend workTerms of EmploymentPer contract with the Groveport Madison Local Board of Education. Groveport Madison Local School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, or the presence of disabilities.This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.