Intervention Specialist

Overview ACCEL Schools is seeking highly qualified Intervention Specialists at Fairfield Preparatory Academy in Hamilton, Ohio for the 2026-2027 school year. We aim to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. About Fairfield Preparatory Academy Fairfield Preparatory Academy is a new public charter school for EK-7 students founded in Fall 2023. It combines competitive sport training with accredited academics. Located in Hamilton, OH, the school day includes academic instruction in the morning and fitness and extracurriculars in the afternoon. Fairfield Prep Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, a network of public charter schools serving K-12 students since 2014. About the Opportunity The Intervention Specialist supports the educational and behavioral goals of all students with a focus on students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Responsibilities Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general education curricula as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments. Conduct diagnostic assessments for instruction Conduct functional behavior assessments Write and implement behavior improvement plans Facilitate IEP Meetings and write IEP goals and objectives Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific achievement goals Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues Serve as advisor for a designated set of students Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Current state license Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards Experience working in a full room inclusion model or Co-Teaching in a Resource Room model High level of comfort in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring High quality written and verbal communication skills High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook Excellent organization and time management skills Ability to work independently and contribute to a team Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks (FBI/BCI) Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred About Us “We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We advocate for school choice and address educational inequities. Our schools are inclusive and reflect the values of diverse urban, suburban, and rural communities. We offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more, and have been recognized by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing education options to students in under-resourced communities. Benefits Compensation The salary range for this position is $27,500. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Life benefits – time & peace of mind Paid time off Retirement contributions Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations Health benefits – stay well & thrive Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee Assistance Program Voluntary short-term disability insurance Voluntary long-term disability insurance Career benefits – keep growing Career advancement opportunities throughout ACCEL Schools and our network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals Equal Employment Opportunity It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. #J-18808-Ljbffr