SY SPED Intervention Specialist Specialized Learning Classroom

Specialized Learning Classroom Intervention Specialists in K-12 schools in Ohio play a critical role in supporting students with diverse learning needs. Summary of responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with behaviorally-focused disabilities

Adapt and modify curriculum to support students with diverse disabilities in general and special education settings.

Provide small-group or one-on-one instruction to address students' unique learning needs

Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to meet students' unique learning needs

Utilize trauma-informed care and evidence-based behavior management techniques

Implement Safety Care or CPI strategies to safely de-escalate challenging behaviors

Provide emotional regulation coaching and coping skills instruction

Collaborate with school social workers, psychologists, and BCBA to support student well-being

Teach students self-regulation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Assist each student in working toward independence, promoting self-advocacy and life skills essential for success beyond the classroom

Serve as a liaison between students, teachers, families, and related service providers

Ensure students receive appropriate accommodations and modifications

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including IEP and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) meetings

Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and positive behavior supports

Utilize de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies

Assess students' academic and behavioral progress using formal and informal assessments

Maintain documentation and progress reports for IEPs

Adjust instructional strategies based on data-driven decision-making

Adhere to the Operating Standards for Ohio’s Schools Serving Children with Disabilities, ensuring proper placement, instruction, and evaluation of students with disabilities

Ensure adherence to federal and state special education laws

Ensure adherence to board policies and district procedures.

Stay updated on best practices in inclusive education through ongoing training

Actively involve parents and colleagues as learning partners, fostering a collaborative approach to student development

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university

Current Ohio Special Education Intervention Specialist License or willingness and ability to pursue certification by start date by using one of 3 pathways:

Traditional

Alternative

Supplemental

Prior teaching experience preferred, but not required

Ability to remain neutral and regulated at all times

Ability to demonstrate content knowledge in all core academic subjects

Experience using Ohio’s Extended Learning Standards

Experience collaborating with a BCBA

Experience with participating in ETR meetings and writing ETR part 1

Experience with writing IEPs, progress monitoring, progress reporting & data collection

Experience using SameGoal to create special education documents

Belief that outstanding school leaders, staff, and teachers can achieve excellent outcomes for all students.

Ability to persevere with a sense of optimism, strong problem solving skills, and desire to learn and grow in a collaborative professional learning community

Willingness, and commitment, to go above and beyond to prove the possible with students.

Ability to multi-task and work within an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment, while driving toward clarity and solutions

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Extreme flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate high levels of responsibility and multiple priorities

Model the values of KIPP Columbus (Imagine, Navigate, Seek, Persevere, Integrity, Responsibility, and Empathy)

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

KIPP Columbus offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance, as well as group term life insurance, retirement plan and paid time off.

Statement of Non-Disclosure

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.