Elementary School Intervention Specialist- Specialized Learning Classroom (cross-categorical)

KIPP • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Columbus is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator with a proven track record of instructional excellence who is dedicated to going above and beyond for students. The Diverse Learning Team provides essential services to students with disabilities. The Specialized Learning Classroom (SLC) Intervention Specialist will teach core curriculum and social-emotional learning to students with low-incidence disabilities in a small group setting, with the support of a paraprofessional, adhering to state standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Current Ohio Special Education Intervention Specialist License or willingness and ability to pursue certification by start date by using one of 3 pathways: Traditional, Alternative, or Supplemental
• Ability to demonstrate content knowledge in all core academic subjects
• Experience using Ohio’s Extended Learning Standards
• Experience collaborating with a paraprofessional
• Experience with participating in ETR meetings and writing ETR part 1
• Experience with writing IEPs, progress monitoring, progress reporting & data collection
• Experience using SameGoal to create special education documents
• Belief that outstanding school leaders, staff, and teachers can achieve excellent outcomes for all students.
• Ability to persevere with a sense of optimism, strong problem solving skills, and desire to learn and grow in a collaborative professional learning community
• Willingness, and commitment, to go above and beyond to prove the possible with students.
• Ability to multi-task and work within an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment, while driving toward clarity and solutions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Extreme flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate high levels of responsibility and multiple priorities
• Model the values of KIPP Columbus (Imagine, Navigate, Seek, Persevere, Integrity, Responsibility, and Empathy)

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with low-incidence disabilities
• Adapt and modify curriculum to support students with diverse disabilities in general and special education settings.
• Provide small-group or one-on-one instruction to address students' unique learning needs
• Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to meet students' unique learning needs
• Use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies to accommodate different learning styles
• Assist each student in working toward independence, promoting self-advocacy and life skills essential for success beyond the classroom
• Serve as a liaison between students, teachers, families, and related service providers
• Ensure students receive appropriate accommodations and modifications
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including IEP and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) meetings
• Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and positive behavior supports
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies
• Assess students' academic and behavioral progress using formal and informal assessments
• Maintain documentation and progress reports for IEPs
• Adjust instructional strategies based on data-driven decision-making
• Adhere to the Operating Standards for Ohio’s Schools Serving Children with Disabilities, ensuring proper placement, instruction, and evaluation of students with disabilities
• Ensure adherence to federal and state special education laws
• Ensure adherence to board policies and district procedures.
• Stay updated on best practices in inclusive education through ongoing training
• Actively involve parents and colleagues as learning partners, fostering a collaborative approach to student development

Benefits

• Family leave
• Access to on-site daycare
• Fresh meals
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Various voluntary benefits (such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance)
• Participation in the Ohio SERS/STRS retirement plan
• 10 weeks paid maternity leave
• 4 weeks paid spousal leave/adoption leave
• Appreciation stipends for teachers that have taught with KIPP Columbus for 5 and 10 years

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level