High School Intervention Specialist

KIPP•Columbus, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Columbus is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator with a proven record of instructional excellence and a commitment to exceeding student expectations. This role is part of the Diverse Learning Team, responsible for providing specially designed instruction in small groups to students with disabilities. Educators in this position are expected to deliver effective, rigorous instruction through an anti-racist lens, leading to high-quality results and student understanding.

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
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)
Design and execute individualized instructional strategies aligned with the Ohio Academic Content Standards to address the unique needs of special education students
Provide direct intervention for students with disabilities in general and special education settings
Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to meet students' unique learning needs
Use evidence-based instructional strategies to support academic growth
Work closely with general education teachers to co-plan and co-teach lessons
Serve as a liaison between students, teachers, families, and related service providers
Advocate for inclusive practices and ensure students receive appropriate accommodations
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including IEP and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) meetings
Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and positive behavior supports
Provide social-emotional learning (SEL) support to students with disabilities
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
Assist in training general education staff on inclusion strategies
Actively involve parents and colleagues as learning partners, fostering a collaborative approach to student development