Intervention Specialist

Napoleon Area City Schools; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and personal leave

Health/dental/vision insurance

State Teachers Retirement System

Job summary

Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center (Nwoesc) Napoleon Area City Schools in Napoleon, OH seeks an Intervention Specialist to develop differentiated learning experiences and travel to assignments within the NwOESC area. The role is part-time, 5–10 hours weekly, reporting to an administrator or supervisor.

Candidate duties include creating lesson plans aligned with intervention goals, evaluating student needs, and collaborating with other service providers.

Qualifications

• Holds required state department of education credentials.
• Minimum teaching degree required with special education credentials.
• Displays professionalism and ethical conduct in accordance with board policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintains understanding of subject matter and pedagogy; organizes content and goals for student achievement.
• Collaborates with service providers to support unified classroom lessons.
• Differentiates instruction and prepares intervention materials for assigned students.
• Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with intervention goals.
• Documents and transmits legally compliant special education documents by deadlines.
• Attends IEP meetings and prepares IEP drafts and final versions.
• Maintains confidential records and communicates progress to parents/guardians.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching degree with special education credentials

State credential

Job description

Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center (Nwoesc) Napoleon Area City Schools - Napoleon, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Intervention Specialist

Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center (Nwoesc) Napoleon Area City Schools - Napoleon, Ohio Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center , and Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education

Job Details

Job ID: 5934507

Application Deadline: Jun 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Description

Title: INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

Typical Schedule: 5-10 hours per week, part-time

Reports to: Assigned administrator/supervisor

Job Objective: Develops student learning experiences using differentiated curricula and instructional strategies. Duties require traveling to teaching assignments throughout the NwOESC service area.

MinimumQualifications:

• Holds required state department of education credentials.
• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
• Minimum teaching degree required with special education credentials.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
• Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.

Note: Employees must obtain training and maintain skills to fulfill compliance requirements applicable to the position as required by board policy and state/federal law.

EssentialFunctions:

1. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and pedagogy. Organizes subject content and learning goals that support high levels of student achievement.

• Works closely with other service providers to support unified classroom lessons.
• Implements strategies to improve family involvement and support for program activities.
• Prepares intervention materials. Teaches assigned students as scheduled.
• Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with intervention goals.
• Evaluates student academic needs and learning styles.
• Differentiates instructional techniques to effectively advance student learning.
• Facilitates the integration of new technology in all areas of the curriculum.
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor student progress.
• Uses a data-driven approach to analyze assessments. Provides effective feedback to students.
• Identifies alternative approaches/accommodations as needed (e.g., differentiated curricula, equipment adaptations, extended time, study guides, reading/transcribing assistance, etc.).
• Collaboratively identifies and resolves problems that impede student learning. Implements evidence-based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames.
• Conducts academic assessments for Evaluation Team Report (ETR) as requested.
• Facilitates Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings. Prepares draft and final IEPs.
• Prepares and transmits legally compliant special education documents by required deadlines.
• Advocates for students. Facilitates inclusive educational opportunities for all students.
• Helps students make appropriate choices and improve personal skills. Encourages creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance.
• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports and/or report cards.
• Substantiates data on IEP goals/objectives as required.
• Communicates academic, behavioral and social-emotional issues to parents/guardians.
• Identifies alternative assessment methods when warranted.
• Ensures student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

2. Exemplifies professionalism to enhance NwOESC and member district public images.

• Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Performs all aspects of the job.
• Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record. Provides prompt notice of delays or absences.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards.
• Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.
• Refers administrative procedure and policy questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity.

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.

5. Keeps current with emergency management plan procedures.

• Protects program property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies.
• Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect.
• Upholds high standards for proper conduct. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.

6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Helps implement workplace initiatives to advance organizational goals.

Performance Evaluation: Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractualagreements and service center administrative procedures.

Working Conditions: NwOESC offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, geeticinformation, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation) or any other legally protected category.

Safety is essential to job performance. NwOESC is an alcohol and drug free work environment. Employees must comply with all NwOESC policies, workplace safety regulations and health laws.

This job description is not intended to establish a contract or alter the terms of board authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities.

Employee duties may change in response to funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/service revisions, regulatory requirements, technological innovations and unforeseen circumstances.

CONTRACT: 2026-2027School Year

LOCATION: St. John's Lutheran School 16035 County Road U Napoleon, OH 43545, via Napoleon Area City Schools

DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

SALARY: Based on the adopted salary schedule and the candidate’s experience.

BENEFITS: Paid sick and personal leave, with health, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees working 25 hours or more per week. Membership in the State Teachers’ Retirement System is included.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jill Gilliland , Director, Special Education
• Email: [e-mail]