Intervention Specialist

The Clark County Educational Service Center is seeking an Intervention Specialist to serve the students of Clark County for the 2025-26 school year. 

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Job Objectives: Plans, implements, and evaluates student learning experiences using a differentiated curriculum. Helps students manage behavior, identify goals, and make appropriate choices. Encourages parental involvement.

Minimum · Valid Ohio teacher’s license or certificate appropriate for the assignment.

Qualifications: · Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).

· A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

· Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.

· Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions: duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

· Prepares the assigned instructional area. Promotes the proper use and care of supplies and equipment.

· Teaches classes. Documents teaching objectives. Prepares and implements student IEPs. Creates effective learning experiences. Ensures that lesson plans align with state standards/guidelines.

· Develops written lesson plans according to established procedures. Provides prompt notification of absences. Ensures that class lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

· Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines and procedures.

· Promotes a favorable image of the service center and participating school districts. Supports community partnerships that enhance program services.

· Promotes a full range of educational options. Complies with state model policies and procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability. Works with staff to ensure that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment.

· Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Prepares a crisis response plan to address aggressive student behavior.

· Develops and maintains a positive learning environment. Stimulates student interest. Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives.

· Collaborates with staff to implement behavior improvement plans. Counsels students to acknowledge and manage responsible personal conduct.

· Evaluates the needs of students based on all available information. Plans student interventions. Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles.

· Provides guidance, communicates expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress. Facilitates critical-thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills.

· Collaborates with other teachers. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.

· Promotes the effective use of available technology in records management and program activities.

· Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment. Serves as a resource to teachers with special education students in their classrooms. Reinforces concepts introduced in inclusive educational settings.

· Modifies test procedures as needed (e.g., prepares study guides, reads test questions, transcribes student responses, provides additional time, etc.).

· Proctors standardized and alternative tests as directed. Follows test security procedures. Helps students with content-area preparation activities.

· Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.

· Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

· Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports. Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).

· Consults with supervisors/support personnel to address student issues/concerns.

· Takes precautions to ensure safety. Watches for problem situations. Works with supervisors and other staff to eliminate unacceptable conditions and/or behaviors.

· Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.

· Makes student assistance/intervention referrals as needed. Meets mandated deadlines for required paperwork. Helps the assessment team develop a plan for students requiring assistance.

· Works with community services associated with students’ programs (e.g., court systems, law enforcement, health care facilities, child welfare services, etc.).

· Provides opportunities for students to participate in appropriate peer group activities.

· Supervises non-classroom activities (e.g., field trips, job training, etc.) when assigned.

· Participates in conferences and other required program activities as directed.

· Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.

· Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.

· Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities Required: The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

· Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.

· Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.

· Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.

· Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.

· Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.

· Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.

· Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.

· Exercises tact and self-control when dealing with other individuals.

· Completes paperwork accurately. Verifies and correctly enters data.

· Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Supervisory Responsibility: the direction of the director of special education: plans work assignments, provides instructions, and monitors assigned staff. Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties.

Working Conditions: to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on

circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.

· Duties may require bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.

· Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.

· Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.

· Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.

· Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.

· Duties may require working extended hours.

· Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.

· Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.

· Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.

· Potential for interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.

Performance Evaluation: performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the Clark County Educational Service Center Governing Board.

The Clark County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability. 

This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.