Intervention Specialist

Intervention Specialist Long-term SubstituteFacilitates the education of students with multiple needs by the development, implementation, and evaluation of special education Individual Education Plans.Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license, as issued by the Ohio State Department of Education, Office of Teacher Certification and Licensure, pursuant to ORC 3319.22 to 3319.31 or in accordance with standards authorized by law. Ability to provide leadership and direction and to work cooperatively with other professional staff. Ability to maintain effective relationships with teachers, administrators, staff, parents and community members. Ability to communicate effectively in written or oral form to staff, students, parents, and community members.Essential Functions:Ensure safety of studentsMaintain respect at all times for confidential informationEffectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environmentPrepare clear and timely lesson plans that demonstrate one's ability to differentiate instruction through the utilization of research based instructional practicesDemonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learnersUse summative and formative assessment results to collect, analyze, and interpret data to help inform instructional decisionsBe an active member of the school's meetings relative to special educationKeep abreast of current IDEA rules and regulationsUse proper forms for the IDEA and IEP processes and ensure appropriate deadlines for eachPrepare thorough, well-written, and reflection Individual Education Plans (IEP's)Refer students suspected of learning difficulties to the intervention assistance teamCommunicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in written format to all stakeholders of the learning community as necessaryAttend parent/teacher conferencesEstablish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards, and conferencesNotify parents if student is not meeting classroom goals and update the electronic gradebook frequentlyCollaborate with colleaguesProvide complete lesson plans for substituteAssist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student lifeTake necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilitiesAttend meetings and in-services as requiredAttend educational field tripsObserve ethics of the teaching profession as identified by ODE's Office of Professional ConductPerform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designeeEquipment Operated:ComputerCalculatorRecording devicesCopy Machine/PrinterSmartboard, Apple TV, and or other such technology devicesThis 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. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.