Intervention Specialist

Birch Agency; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Agency in Cleveland, OH is seeking an Intervention Specialist to provide targeted instruction for students with disabilities aligned to IEPs. You will collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and school staff to design and implement effective strategies that advance academic and personal goals in inclusive settings.

You will monitor progress, adjust interventions based on data, participate in IEP meetings, and support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Intervention Specialist, or a related field.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of IEPs, IDEA, accommodations, modifications, and specially designed instruction.
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with their IEPs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized instructional strategies and goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive learning environments.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Use assessment and student data to adjust instruction and interventions.
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with families and school support teams.
• Implement appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and other educational professionals.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Assessment & progress

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Job description

About The Role We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Intervention Specialist to provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with classroom teachers, families, and school staff to develop and implement effective instructional strategies that help students achieve their academic and personal goals.

Location: Cleveland, OH 44127

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with their IEPs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized instructional strategies and goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive learning environments.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Use assessment and student data to adjust instruction and interventions.
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with families and school support teams.
• Implement appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and other educational professionals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Intervention Specialist, or a related field.
• Valid Ohio Intervention Specialist teaching license appropriate to the students being served.
• Knowledge of IEPs, IDEA, accommodations, modifications, and specially designed instruction.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Intervention Specialist or Special Education Teacher.
• Experience working with students with disabilities in an inclusive or specialized classroom setting.
• Knowledge of MTSS/RTI and evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Experience using student data to monitor academic progress.
• Experience collaborating with general education teachers and multidisciplinary teams.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on students with diverse learning needs.
• Work in a collaborative educational environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive team focused on student success.