IEP & Behavior Intervention Specialist

ACCEL Schools LLC; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCEL Schools LLC is seeking an Intervention Specialist to support students’ educational and behavioral goals, with a focus on students with IEPs. You will collaborate with classroom teachers, conduct diagnostic and functional behavior assessments, and help write and implement IEP goals.

The role emphasizes inclusive practices, regular communication with families, and participation in planning events. A growth-oriented coaching environment and strong Microsoft Office skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards.
• Experience working in a full room inclusion type model or Co-Teaching in a Resource Room model.
• Growth-focused coaching environment with frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.
• High-quality written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to pass FBI/BCI background checks.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting abilities and disabilities, assisting in intervention strategies, and supporting regular class assignments.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments for instruction.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments.
• Write and implement behavior improvement plans.
• Facilitate IEP Meetings and write IEP goals and objectives.
• Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture and state targets.
• Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction.
• Integrate culturally responsive teaching into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Serve as advisor for a designated set of students.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding academic and social-emotional growth.
• Participate in planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

State Standards

Common Core Standards

Co-Teaching

Growth coaching

Written & Verbal Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ACCEL Schools LLC is seeking an Intervention Specialist to support students’ educational and behavioral goals, with a focus on students with IEPs. You will collaborate with classroom teachers, conduct diagnostic and functional behavior assessments, and help write and implement IEP goals.

The role emphasizes inclusive practices, regular communication with families, and participation in planning events. A growth-oriented coaching environment and strong Microsoft Office skills are valued.