2026-2027 Anticipated Intervention Specialist - M/M, M/I
About The Position
At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens. To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including: Passion for education and student well-being Effective mentoring and guidance for students Strong communication and collaboration skills Continuous learning and professional development Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making Openness to two-way communication and community engagement We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life. JOB GOAL: To participate as a member of the instructional team and to direct learning activities of students in the attainment of subject, school and system objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university or equivalent
- Holds/maintains required ODEW credentials, Mild-Moderate/Moderate-Severe License
- Acts according to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators
- Embrace high-performance standards (e.g., engagement, proficiency, resilience, etc.)
- Maintain a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment
- Active Listening, Collaboration with stakeholders, creative problem solving, and good time management skills
- PK teacher requires dual licensure for Special Education requirements: Intervention Specialist & PK-3.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage individualized learning strategies for students with disabilities and document student progress to gauge the efficacy of interventions.
- Advances academic performance using behavior modification, guided instruction, and peer group accountability.
- Aligns teaching strategies with the learning styles of students.
- Implements evidence-based instructional strategies that produce quantifiable benefits within well-defined time frames.
- Assists with Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA).
- Develops Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) that target and change undesirable behaviors.
- Develops lesson plans consistent with state learning standards and district curriculum goals.
- Ensures student lists, lesson plans, and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.
- Helps students acquire appropriate functional skills (e.g., communication, self-regulation, socialization, etc.)
- Helps students develop educational goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-based (SMART) and monitors progress towards the goals.
- Implements developmentally and cognitively appropriate extensions of classroom instruction. (e.g., environmental and instructional accommodations, push-in/pull-out support, etc.)
- Maintains effective document and records management systems.
- Prepares timely files.
- Monitors reporting deadlines.
- Complies with district records retention and disposal policies.
- Participates in the Evaluation Team Report (ETR) process and parent/student conferences.
- Prepares and implements legally compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Identifies current levels of performance, short-term objectives, annual goals, service duration, evaluation procedures, etc. within the timelines outlined by ODEW.
- Proctors mandated testing activities.
- Upholds test security procedures.
- Provides a highly structured learning environment.
- Provides leadership for the advancement of best practices and academic standards.
- Implements initiatives that support continuous improvement in student participation and achievement.
- Schedules regular meetings to address concerns related to caseload responsibilities.
- Uses comprehensive assessments to obtain objective student data.
- Plans services relevant to needs.
- Supports student access to inclusive educational opportunities.
- Uses formative and summative assessments to track student progress.
- Provides timely feedback.
- Uses plain language to explain to families and staff the objectives of Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and Specially Designed Instruction (SDI).
- Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
- Functions as part of a cohesive team.
- May oversee and direct paraprofessionals
- Attends to the personal needs of students, as needed.
- Helps ensure the accuracy and privacy of confidential information.
- Maintains a professional appearance.
- Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
- Sustains an acceptable attendance record.
- Consistently complies with established work schedules.
