Intervention Specialist
OhioGuidestone, Cleveland, OH, United States
Where New Paths Begin
OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in‑person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps toward a healthier future.
Our 100% tuition‑free K‑7th Grade campus in the Cleveland Central Neighborhood emphasizes academic expectations that promote a sense of worth, personal responsibility, civic engagement, and a “no excuse – every child can succeed” attitude. Stepstone Academy has the “whole child”, “whole family”, “whole community” mindset. We are changing more than just the narrative around urban education. Stepstone Academy is Changing Lives.
Stepstone Academy, affiliated with OhioGuidestone, is seeking a full‑time Intervention Specialist to assist in our classrooms. The ideal candidate will be passionate about our students’ learning and is driven by changing the way urban and special needs students are educated. Teachers at Stepstone Academy are open to their peers and eager to collaborate as a team to meet the mission and vision and the needs of the students at Stepstone Academy. Teachers will be expected to spend time becoming familiar with families of students served by engaging them at home as well as in school. As part of the “What‑Ever‑It‑Takes” philosophy, teachers will assist in areas outside their normal job duties to ensure the overall success of the academy.
Essential Functions Communication & Relationship Development
Able to communicate effectively and respectfully with children, parents/guardians, colleagues and community contacts
Communicates regularly with parents and professional staff regarding the educational, social, and personal needs of students
Schedules time to become familiar with families: home visits, parent/guardian meetings and family engagement
Demonstrates compassion and ability to make connections with students and families
Demonstrates cultural competency and ability to relate to individuals with various ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds and socio‑economic status
Advocates for and provides emotional support to individual children and families based on issues related to poverty, social problems, dysfunctional families, violence, stressors outside of school, lack of parent involvement, etc.
Instructional Design and Planning
Develops and implements an Individualized Educational Program for each child, complementary to his/her strengths and needs as defined through the multifactor evaluation and I.E.P. process, and regular education curriculum
Works cooperatively with regular classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general‑education curriculum as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments
Assists the special‑education student in assessing his/her abilities and in establishing educational and occupational goals in keeping with these abilities
Designs and implements lessons and activities that guide students toward meeting and exceeding academic standards
Brings lessons and material to life, engaging students and extending thinking
Uses data to inform instruction
Implements curriculum to provide life context to lessons
Participates as a member of the Student Support Team as directed by the building principal
Instructional Environment
Creates a positive, structured atmosphere for students to observe, understand, and exemplify the Stepstone Academy mission
Conducts daily instruction, student assessment, and portfolio development
Sets, communicates, and maintains high expectations and a deep responsibility for each student’s progress, not accepting failure
Manages student conduct through consistent expectations and organizes subject matter so that students are engaged
Responds appropriately while maintaining composure and a professional demeanor at all times
Commits to the Stepstone Academy vision, mission, and the SA way
Collaboration – Teamwork
Collaborates creatively through parent‑teacher relations and interfaces with the school’s educational support service specialist to ensure outcomes are aligned with the school’s mission and culture and student success
Shares ideas and responsibilities with colleagues to benefit the whole
Provides and accepts support and encouragement from colleagues
Is eager and open to receiving and offering non‑judgmental feedback
Works toward the values, virtues, mission, and success of the whole through a What‑Ever‑It‑Takes attitude
Commitment & Motivation
Completely committed to using every moment of every day for instruction, academic and personal, both in and out of the classroom
Passionate about changing the way urban students are educated
Shows inspiration, persistence, motivation, and drive at exceptional levels
Supports and follows through with Stepstone Academy’s “no excuses” culture
Exhibits expert knowledge and enthusiasm for academic subjects, projecting this enthusiasm to students
Models virtues at all times with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and community contacts
Professional Growth and Responsibilities
Willing to examine oneself personally and professionally
Expects excellence from students, teachers, and leaders
Possesses an exceptional level of professionalism, intellectual curiosity, ambition, and goal‑oriented drive
Encourages students to grow as human beings and develop academically
Excited to learn and grow as a teacher and a leader, continually improving ability to do both
Highly knowledgeable about content area theory and best practices
Keeps abreast of changes in their fields through intellectual curiosity
Assists in areas outside normal job duties to ensure overall success, as part of the What‑Ever‑It‑Takes philosophy
May be involved in planning, organization, and implementation of special events, projects, or program changes
May complete related duties as assigned by supervisor
Performance Requirements
Driving may include transportation of clients/students
Must be available for crisis management by phone and work flexible hours in‑ and outside the school setting, including planning, tutoring, extracurricular activities, home visits, and events
Must communicate clearly and confidentially with OhioGuidestone employees, clients/students, and other stakeholders
Must exchange information confidentially with clients/students and/or families in various settings about client/student performance
Must operate a computer and relevant technologies
Must maintain regular and reliable attendance to the satisfaction of management
Must meet minimum hour requirements: 10 hours/month for part‑time benefit‑ineligible, 20 hours/week for part‑time benefit‑eligible, and 37.5–40 hours/week for full‑time benefit‑eligible
Physical Requirements
Must remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Must access client homes in various conditions, including ascending and descending stairs
Must position oneself at an equal level to work with children and clients of all ages
Must move equipment weighing up to 15 pounds across OhioGuidestone locations
May work in outdoor weather conditions
Must occasionally drive to varied work environments, including agency office, school‑based, community homes, etc.
Work is primarily in office environments at various locations or community‑based services
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Special Education required; Master’s degree in Education preferred
Intervention Specialist (K‑12) mild/moderate or Intervention Specialist (PreK‑3) licensure required
Valid driver’s license
Proof of current auto insurance
Must pass background check, physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening
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OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in‑person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps toward a healthier future.
Our 100% tuition‑free K‑7th Grade campus in the Cleveland Central Neighborhood emphasizes academic expectations that promote a sense of worth, personal responsibility, civic engagement, and a “no excuse – every child can succeed” attitude. Stepstone Academy has the “whole child”, “whole family”, “whole community” mindset. We are changing more than just the narrative around urban education. Stepstone Academy is Changing Lives.
Stepstone Academy, affiliated with OhioGuidestone, is seeking a full‑time Intervention Specialist to assist in our classrooms. The ideal candidate will be passionate about our students’ learning and is driven by changing the way urban and special needs students are educated. Teachers at Stepstone Academy are open to their peers and eager to collaborate as a team to meet the mission and vision and the needs of the students at Stepstone Academy. Teachers will be expected to spend time becoming familiar with families of students served by engaging them at home as well as in school. As part of the “What‑Ever‑It‑Takes” philosophy, teachers will assist in areas outside their normal job duties to ensure the overall success of the academy.
Essential Functions Communication & Relationship Development
Able to communicate effectively and respectfully with children, parents/guardians, colleagues and community contacts
Communicates regularly with parents and professional staff regarding the educational, social, and personal needs of students
Schedules time to become familiar with families: home visits, parent/guardian meetings and family engagement
Demonstrates compassion and ability to make connections with students and families
Demonstrates cultural competency and ability to relate to individuals with various ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds and socio‑economic status
Advocates for and provides emotional support to individual children and families based on issues related to poverty, social problems, dysfunctional families, violence, stressors outside of school, lack of parent involvement, etc.
Instructional Design and Planning
Develops and implements an Individualized Educational Program for each child, complementary to his/her strengths and needs as defined through the multifactor evaluation and I.E.P. process, and regular education curriculum
Works cooperatively with regular classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general‑education curriculum as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments
Assists the special‑education student in assessing his/her abilities and in establishing educational and occupational goals in keeping with these abilities
Designs and implements lessons and activities that guide students toward meeting and exceeding academic standards
Brings lessons and material to life, engaging students and extending thinking
Uses data to inform instruction
Implements curriculum to provide life context to lessons
Participates as a member of the Student Support Team as directed by the building principal
Instructional Environment
Creates a positive, structured atmosphere for students to observe, understand, and exemplify the Stepstone Academy mission
Conducts daily instruction, student assessment, and portfolio development
Sets, communicates, and maintains high expectations and a deep responsibility for each student’s progress, not accepting failure
Manages student conduct through consistent expectations and organizes subject matter so that students are engaged
Responds appropriately while maintaining composure and a professional demeanor at all times
Commits to the Stepstone Academy vision, mission, and the SA way
Collaboration – Teamwork
Collaborates creatively through parent‑teacher relations and interfaces with the school’s educational support service specialist to ensure outcomes are aligned with the school’s mission and culture and student success
Shares ideas and responsibilities with colleagues to benefit the whole
Provides and accepts support and encouragement from colleagues
Is eager and open to receiving and offering non‑judgmental feedback
Works toward the values, virtues, mission, and success of the whole through a What‑Ever‑It‑Takes attitude
Commitment & Motivation
Completely committed to using every moment of every day for instruction, academic and personal, both in and out of the classroom
Passionate about changing the way urban students are educated
Shows inspiration, persistence, motivation, and drive at exceptional levels
Supports and follows through with Stepstone Academy’s “no excuses” culture
Exhibits expert knowledge and enthusiasm for academic subjects, projecting this enthusiasm to students
Models virtues at all times with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and community contacts
Professional Growth and Responsibilities
Willing to examine oneself personally and professionally
Expects excellence from students, teachers, and leaders
Possesses an exceptional level of professionalism, intellectual curiosity, ambition, and goal‑oriented drive
Encourages students to grow as human beings and develop academically
Excited to learn and grow as a teacher and a leader, continually improving ability to do both
Highly knowledgeable about content area theory and best practices
Keeps abreast of changes in their fields through intellectual curiosity
Assists in areas outside normal job duties to ensure overall success, as part of the What‑Ever‑It‑Takes philosophy
May be involved in planning, organization, and implementation of special events, projects, or program changes
May complete related duties as assigned by supervisor
Performance Requirements
Driving may include transportation of clients/students
Must be available for crisis management by phone and work flexible hours in‑ and outside the school setting, including planning, tutoring, extracurricular activities, home visits, and events
Must communicate clearly and confidentially with OhioGuidestone employees, clients/students, and other stakeholders
Must exchange information confidentially with clients/students and/or families in various settings about client/student performance
Must operate a computer and relevant technologies
Must maintain regular and reliable attendance to the satisfaction of management
Must meet minimum hour requirements: 10 hours/month for part‑time benefit‑ineligible, 20 hours/week for part‑time benefit‑eligible, and 37.5–40 hours/week for full‑time benefit‑eligible
Physical Requirements
Must remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Must access client homes in various conditions, including ascending and descending stairs
Must position oneself at an equal level to work with children and clients of all ages
Must move equipment weighing up to 15 pounds across OhioGuidestone locations
May work in outdoor weather conditions
Must occasionally drive to varied work environments, including agency office, school‑based, community homes, etc.
Work is primarily in office environments at various locations or community‑based services
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Special Education required; Master’s degree in Education preferred
Intervention Specialist (K‑12) mild/moderate or Intervention Specialist (PreK‑3) licensure required
Valid driver’s license
Proof of current auto insurance
Must pass background check, physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening
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