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Stingel Elementary School Cross Categorical classroom instructor. Moderate to Severe. 
 

ONTARIO LOCAL SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION

    Position:    Intervention Specialist 

    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

    General computer 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

    Computer/printer

    Calculator

    TV, CD, VCR, or DVD player

    Telephone

    Smart Board

    Overhead projector

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

    Occasional travel

    Occasional evening/weekend work