Intervention Specialist- The Reserve School
About The Position
We are currently hiring an Intervention Specialist to join our team at the Reserve School. The Reserve School, in partnership with Bellefaire JCB, is an established residential treatment program located just outside of Cleveland. The school fills a unique need for highly clinical and therapeutic treatment in a small setting coupled with substantive special education programming. A chartered, nonpublic school for grades 6-12, the program offers core classes and electives with a focus on life skills, critical thinking and collaborative problem solving. As the Intervention Specialist, you will plan and teach specific core classes and electives as well as mentor and guide students in a special education classroom.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Special Education or related field required.
- Intervention Specialist License preferred. Valid teaching certificate from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce required.
- Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates practical and creative problem solving skills.
- A valid driver's license with approved driving record(less than 6 points), personal transportation and insurance, if required to drive on behalf of the agency.
Nice To Haves
- Intervention Specialist License preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain direct contact with students, parents/guardians, mental health professionals and home school district representatives.
- Ensure student records are kept in compliance with the Ohio Department of Education standards.
- Extend and supports therapeutic ideals and goals of ACES Academy and Applewood Children's Services.
- Actively reviews student's progress and plans through all available documentation I.e. ETR, IEP, Therapist reports, background reports, and Juvenile Court reports.
- Substitute for absent staff as needed.
- Cooperate with the educational team regarding planning, decisions and execution of IEP's made in conjunction with the student's home district representative.
- Complete Progress Reports and other required documentation in a timely manner.
- Keep all required trainings, certifications and licensure current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a flat rate option
- Wellness program including free preventative care
- Generous paid time off, including summers and school holidays
- 100% paid parental leave for childbirth and adoption
- 50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW programs
- 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
- Pet insurance
- Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Support for continuing education and credential renewal
- Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
- Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
