Intervention Specialist

Stingel Elementary Intervention SpecialistManages classroom and implements appropriate programs, develops Individual Education Programs (IEPs), conducts and participates in team meetings and parent conferences, supervises classroom assistants and volunteers, liaison with juvenile court officers and other children's protection agencies.Essential Functions:Ensure safety of studentsImplement Individual Education Plan objectives through classroom activities including small group, individual and large group lessonsFollow the established and approved policies and guidelines of the Ontario Board of EducationDevelop and implement behavior management plans for students as neededMaintain a safe environment for all students using crisis intervention techniques if warrantedMaintain a classroom conducive to learning and free of health and safety hazardsDevelop schedules and lesson plans for classroom day allowing for a variety of activities and special events appropriate for student IEP goalsCommunicate progress to parents and other school personnel in compliance with state and program policies and proceduresConduct preliminary and ongoing evaluations of student levels and needs through formal and informal meansElicit input from parents, caseworkers, LEA representatives and others involved in student program developmentDesign appropriate goals and objectives for student IEPs based on evaluations and staff and parent inputAdjust IEPs as needed based on documentation of progress, or problems indicating the need for adjustment of original goals and objectivesWork cooperatively to develop programming and evaluation through disciplinary teaming approachConduct IEP parent conferences as necessary to fulfill program objectives for participation in special education programming for ED studentsProvide direction and training to instructor assistants and/or volunteers assigned to the classroomCommunicate to instructor assistants information necessary for student program implementationSchedule daily routine for instructor assistants assigned to the classroomInteract in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsMaintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student gradesPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationAttend meetings and inservices as requiredIdentify and address inappropriate behaviorsAdapt regular curriculum and provide alternative teaching techniques to enhance student levelControl budget to select textbooks, equipment and suppliesAttend work regularly and punctuallyDemonstrate a positive work ethicOther Duties and Responsibilities:Attend staff, IEP, behavior management, team evaluation and curriculum meetings as necessaryWork cooperatively with support staff to schedule time for related service evaluation and implementationPerform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Building Principal or their designeeQualifications:Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or universityAppropriate State of Ohio teaching certifications/licenseMeet the applicable requirements of a "highly qualified" teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act within the appropriate timelinesExperience and/or training which evidences the ability to instruct severe behaviorally handicapped studentsTraining in Crisis InterventionAlternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriateRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge 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 skillsGeneral computer skillsKnowledge of IDEA and rulesKnowledge of public school policies and practicesAbility to operate various office equipmentCommitment to educationEquipment Operated:Various office machinesComputer/printerCalculatorTV, CD, VCR, or DVD playerTelephoneSmart BoardOverhead projectorAdditional Working Conditions:Occasional 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 50 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 work