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Intervention Specialist

Ontario Local Schools, Ontario, Ohio, us, 44862

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Position Type Elementary School Position/ Intervention Specialist Teacher

Date Posted 2/12/2026

Location Stingel Elementary School

Date Available 08/17/2026

ONTARIO LOCAL SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Intervention Specialist K - 12

Reports to: Building Principal

Employment Status: Regular/Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Description Manages classroom and implements appropriate programs, develops Individual Education Programs (IEPs), conducts and participates in team meetings and parent conferences, supervises classroom assistants and volunteers, liaison with juvenile court officers and other children’s protection agencies.

NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Essential Functions

Ensure safety of students

Implement Individual Education Plan objectives through classroom activities including small group, individual and large group lessons

Follow the established and approved policies and guidelines of the Ontario Board of Education

Develop and implement behavior management plans for students as needed

Maintain a safe environment for all students using crisis intervention techniques if warranted

Maintain a classroom conducive to learning and free of health and safety hazards

Develop schedules and lesson plans for classroom day allowing for a variety of activities and special events appropriate for student IEP goals

Communicate progress to parents and other school personnel in compliance with state and program policies and procedures

Conduct preliminary and ongoing evaluations of student levels and needs through formal and informal means

Elicit input from parents, caseworkers, LEA representatives and others involved in student program development

Design appropriate goals and objectives for student IEPs based on evaluations and staff and parent input

Adjust IEPs as needed based on documentation of progress, or problems indicating the need for adjustment of original goals and objectives

Work cooperatively to develop programming and evaluation through disciplinary teaming approach

Conduct IEP parent conferences as necessary to fulfill program objectives for participation in special education programming for ED students

Provide direction and training to instructor assistants and/or volunteers assigned to the classroom

Communicate to instructor assistants information necessary for student program implementation

Schedule daily routine for instructor assistants assigned to the classroom

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents

Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student grades

Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation

Attend meetings and inservices as required

Identify and address inappropriate behaviors

Adapt regular curriculum and provide alternative teaching techniques to enhance student level

Control budget to select textbooks, equipment and supplies

Attend work regularly and punctually

Demonstrate a positive work ethic

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Attend staff, IEP, behavior management, team evaluation and curriculum meetings as necessary

Work cooperatively with support staff to schedule time for related service evaluation and implementation

Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Building Principal or their designee

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university

Appropriate State of Ohio teaching certifications/license

Meet the applicable requirements of a "highly qualified" teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act within the appropriate timelines

Experience and/or training which evidences the ability to instruct severe behaviorally handicapped students

Training in Crisis Intervention

Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodology

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Organizational and problem solving skills

Knowledge of IDEA and rules

Knowledge of public school policies and practices

Ability to operate various office equipment

Commitment to education

Equipment Operated

Various office machines

Additional Working Conditions

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue

Occasional interaction with unruly students

Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop

Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 50 pounds

Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions, i.e., being prepared to work on all scheduled school days, except calamity days

Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, calculator, writing

Postings current as of 2/20/2026 12:31:36 AM CST.

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