Elementary Intervention Specialist - Inclusion

🇺🇸In-Person - Columbus, OH$35K–$48K/yri1h ago

K-12 Teaching Special Education IEP Management Student Support MTSS Coordination PBIS Implementation

Role Snapshot

An Elementary Intervention Specialist-Inclusion supports K-12 students with diverse learning needs by implementing individualized education programs and evidence-based instructional strategies in both general and special education settings. This role is critical to ensuring inclusive practices and academic/behavioral progress for students with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver individualized instruction aligned with Ohio standards, co-teach and co-plan with general education teachers, implement IEPs and behavioral intervention plans, assess student progress using data, and serve as a liaison between students, families, teachers, and service providers. Responsibilities also include facilitating multidisciplinary team meetings, providing social-emotional learning support, and ensuring compliance with special education laws.

Skills & Tools: Strong knowledge of special education law, IEP development, evidence-based interventions, and differentiated instruction; proficiency with assessment and data analysis; excellent collaboration and communication skills; and expertise in behavioral support, de-escalation, and inclusive education practices.

Qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor's degree in special education, elementary education, or related field with special education certification or eligibility in Ohio. Prior experience in special education, intervention support, or working with students with disabilities is generally expected.

Location: In-Person - Columbus, OH

Compensation: $35K–$48K/yr (estimated)

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Job Description

Inclusion 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)
Design and execute individualized instructional strategies aligned with the Ohio Academic Content Standards to address the unique needs of special education students
Provide direct intervention for students with disabilities in general and special education settings
Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to meet students' unique learning needs
Use evidence-based instructional strategies to support academic growth
Work closely with general education teachers to co-plan and co-teach lessons
Serve as a liaison between students, teachers, families, and related service providers
Advocate for inclusive practices and ensure students receive appropriate accommodations.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including IEP and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) meetings
Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and positive behavior supports.
Provide social-emotional learning (SEL) support to students with disabilities
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
Assist in training general education staff on inclusion strategies
Actively involve parents and colleagues as learning partners, fostering a collaborative approach to student development