26/27 Middle School Intervention Specialist

Young World Physical Education; McGuffey (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Scioto Valley Local School District in McGuffey, Ohio, is seeking a 26/27 Middle School Intervention Specialist to join the team.

This grant-funded position requires meeting highly qualified teacher standards and holding a valid Ohio license; the role focuses on planning, implementing, and assessing student learning with collaboration and parental involvement.

Qualifications

• Meets highly qualified teacher standards.
• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.
• Meets mandated health requirements and background checks.
• Keeps current with technology and workplace innovations.

Responsibilities

• Teaches classes as scheduled and aligns lessons with state standards.
• Documents teaching objectives and assesses student progress.
• Promotes professional image and communicates with families and staff.
• Collaborates with staff and supports school and district programs.
• Maintains a positive learning environment and ensures student safety.

Skills

Qualified teacher standards

Education

State teaching license

Job description

26/27 Middle School Intervention Specialist

Upper Scioto Valley Local SD USV ELEMENTARY - McGuffey, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5873880

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Description

UPPER SCIOTO VALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal and continued availability of grant funding. If grant funding is reduced, discontinued, or not renewed, this position may be modified or eliminated.

Title:TEACHER

Reports to:Principal

Job Objective:Plans, implements, and assesses student learning experiences. Helps students make appropriate choices. Encourages parental involvement.

Minimum Qualifications:Meets highly qualified teacher standards. Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.

Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.). A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.

Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.

Essential Functions:The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

Teaches classes as scheduled. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject material. Creates effective student learning experiences. Documents teaching performance objectives. Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor and manage student learning.

Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs. Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem‑solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrative staff.

Prepares the assigned classroom or instructional area. Develops written lesson plans that align with state standards and the district's adopted courses of study/curriculum goals.

Evaluates the academic needs of students. Develops meaningful educational activities that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse learning styles.

Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., use of instructional/media resources, access/proximity to activities, etc.).

Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress. Facilitates self-reliance, problem‑solving, critical‑thinking, creativity, and performance skills.

Plans collaborative student learning activities that encourage positive peer relationships. Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning. Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures.

Maintains a positive learning environment. Helps parents/students understand academic objectives, behavioral standards, and performance expectations.

Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at‑risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).

Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required. Supports an inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.

Initiates referrals for student assistance as needed. Meets mandated paperwork deadlines. Helps the intervention assistance team (IAT) prepare plans for eligible students.

Helps prepare and implement Section 504, Individualized Education Plans (IEP), and/or other interventions for assigned students meeting eligibility requirements.

Proctors district testing activities as directed. Upholds security procedures. Helps students with content‑area preparation activities.

Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.

Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports. Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).

Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information. Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.

Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.

Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law. Supervises non‑classroom activities when assigned.

Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities. Encourages parent organizations and supports school‑sponsored activities.

Abilities Required:The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct. Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts. Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment. Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills. Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.

Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Organizes tasks and manages time effectively. Meets deadlines despite time constraints. Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.

Uses diplomacy and exercises self‑control when dealing with other individuals.

Working Conditions:To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing. Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes. Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and communicable diseases. Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.

Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.

Lifting, carrying, and moving work‑related supplies/equipment. Traveling to meetings and work assignments.

Performance Evaluation:Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Upper Scioto Valley Local School District Board of Education.

The Upper Scioto Valley Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jane Shepherd
• PO Box 305
• MC Guffey, Ohio 45859
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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