Intervention Specialist

Cleveland Preparatory Academy; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Cleveland Preparatory Academy in Cleveland, Ohio, is looking for an Intervention Specialist to provide educational support for K-8 students, emphasizing equity and social-emotional development. This position involves collaboration with teachers, assessing student needs, and facilitating IEP meetings to promote student achievement.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of state standards and experience in an inclusive environment. The school values a nurturing community, with competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of educational standards and Inclusion models.
• Ability to pass federal and state background checks.
• Experience working in a multicultural setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support educational and behavioral goals for all students.
• Conduct assessments and write improvement plans.
• Communicate with families about student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers to modify curriculum as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of State Standards

Experience in inclusion or co-teaching

High proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent organization and time management

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

ACCEL Schools is seeking highly qualified Intervention Specialists at Cleveland Preparatory Academy in Cleveland, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.

Be part of the difference at Cleveland Preparatory Academy! Located on a historic campus in the heart of Old Brooklyn, Cleveland Preparatory Academy serves K-8 students with hands‑on, project‑based instruction featuring the arts and STEM. Known for its nurturing teachers and staff and active school community, the school is the top academic performing school in the area.

About the Opportunity

The Intervention Specialist supports the educational and behavioral goals of all students with a focus on students with an Individualized Education Program.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general education curricular as necessary, and assisting the student with 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 as well as state specific achievement goals.
• Utilize research‑based best practices in daily planning and instruction.
• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Serve as advisor for a designated set of students
• Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social‑emotional growth of their child.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of non‑instructional activities such as social events and field trips
• Perform other duties as assigned

About You

• 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
• High level of comfort working in a growth‑focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.
• High quality written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks (FBI/BCI)
• Experience working in a multi‑cultural setting preferred

Benefits

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $44,000.00-55,000.00. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Life Benefits – Time & Peace of Mind

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Voluntary short‑term disability insurance
• Voluntary long‑term disability insurance

Career Benefits – Keep Growing

• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.