Intervention Specialist

ATC Youngstown•Washington, DC

5d•$43•Onsite

About The Position

Intervention Specialist works to support students with disabilities by assisting in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), coordinating special education services, and collaborating with teachers, parents, and outside agencies to ensure compliance with federal and state laws for educating students with disabilities. Key responsibilities include providing classroom accommodations, documenting student progress, serving on IEP and IAT teams, and maintaining accurate student records. For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
At least six months of experience as a school paraprofessional in the school setting within the last 2 years.
Criminal Background Check
National Sex Offender (OIG & GSA)
State of Bureau Criminal Investigation
License Primary Verification
FBI-Finger Prints
A strong understanding of federal laws (like IDEA) and Ohio rules regarding the education of students with disabilities.
Excellent communication skills to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, and other professionals.
Proficiency in data collection and documentation for IEPs.
Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs in inclusionary settings.

Responsibilities

IEP Development & Implementation: Design, implement, and monitor individualized education programs for students with disabilities.
Collaboration: Work with regular education teachers, parents, and community agencies to support students in an inclusive setting.
Service Coordination: Assist in the overall coordination of special education programs and ensure services are delivered effectively.
Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to federal and state laws for educating students with disabilities and prepare required reports.
Data & Documentation: Administer and document data for individual student IEPs and maintain accurate student records.
Consultation: Provide consultation to general education teachers on modifications and adaptations for special education students.