Intervention Specialist → 26/27 SY

Atlantis Academy • Euclid, OH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking an Intervention Specialist to join their award-winning Special Education team. This role involves performing meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression, and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction. The ideal candidate is passionate about empowering students with diverse learning needs, thrives in a collaborative and dynamic educational environment, and brings creativity, patience, a solution-focused mindset, a sense of humor, and an unwavering commitment to student growth. The position is for the 2026-2027 School Year and will be in a Special Education Program for Grades K-12.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining one or more of the following OH state teaching credentials: Intervention Specialist - Mild/Moderate Educational Needs (K-12), Intervention Specialist - Moderate/Intensive Educational Needs (K-12), Primary Intervention Specialist (PK-5)
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders and/or other related disabilities.
• Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Creating an inclusive, collaborative environment that actively involves students, parents, colleagues, and administrators in the educational process.
• Establishing a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear expectations, emphasizing social development, personal accountability, and positive group interactions by modeling Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Implementing and consistently reinforcing school-wide and classroom-specific PBIS strategies, behavior expectations, reward systems, and appropriate consequences.
• Tracking and documenting student progress, maintaining accurate student files, and generating comprehensive reports detailing student achievements and activities.
• Delivering differentiated and targeted instruction individually or collaboratively in a co-teaching environment to effectively meet IEP-specified educational goals.
• Adapting and modifying curricular content and instructional approaches to accommodate the diverse learning styles and capabilities of students, providing guidance to instructional staff on differentiation methods.
• Utilizing varied and engaging instructional methods, resources, and educational software to effectively respond to and support diverse student needs and interests.
• Managing student caseload responsibilities, including developing, updating, and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), goals, and interventions.
• Preparing detailed daily lesson plans and organizing instructional materials that align with curriculum standards and individual student objectives.
• Maintaining an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment, managing supplies, furniture, and resources effectively according to established procedures.
• Staying informed on current research-based instructional practices, trends, and developments in special education and subject-specific areas to continually enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Responding openly and constructively to feedback from formal evaluations and informal observations, actively pursuing ongoing professional growth.
• Supporting the school community by performing additional duties as assigned, contributing positively to the overall success of the educational program.

Benefits

• Free Virtual Medical & Mental Health Services
• Advocacy & Navigation Support
• Custom Programs That Support Real Life
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies® Program
• Pet Insurance Options
• Perks-At-Work Employee Discounts Program
• Summer Bank Payroll Program
• Clear Advancement Pathways
• Continuing Education Assistance for you and your immediate family including: Tuition Discounts, Scholarship Opportunities, No-cost Continuing Education and General Education Courses, Flexible Learning Options and Academic Partnerships

What This Job Offers

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