Intervention Specialist (Grades 7–12) & Special Education Coordinator

The Arts and College Preparatory Academy; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

STRS retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

The Arts and College Preparatory Academy (ACPA) in Columbus, OH is seeking an Intervention Specialist for Grades 7–12 who will also coordinate special education activities. This 12-month, full-time role balances direct student support with administrative leadership and compliance duties.

For nine months, you will deliver specialized instruction and manage a 7–12 caseload; in summer, you will oversee ESY, audits, and DEW data prep, and may act as district representative for ETR & IEP meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education required.
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or Special Education Administration is a plus.
• Must hold a valid Ohio Resident Educator or Professional Educator License as an Intervention Specialist (Mild/Moderate, Grades 7–12).
• Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience as an Intervention Specialist at the secondary level; experience with Ohio compliance software or IEP tracking platforms is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support & Differentiation: modify and deliver core middle and high school curriculum to meet diverse needs.
• IEP Case Management: write and manage IEPs in compliance; lead annual IEP team meetings.
• Collaborative Co-Teaching: work with teachers, counseling team, and arts faculty to integrate accommodations into classes.
• Transition Planning: develop measurable post-secondary goals and transition plans aligned with Ohio graduation pathways.

Skills

IEP tracking platforms

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education

Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or Special Education Administration

Ohio Licensure: Intervention Specialist (Mild/Moderate, 7–12)

Job description

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Intervention Specialist (Grades 7–12) & Special Education Coordinator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5974878
Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Yesterday
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Employer: The Arts & College Preparatory Academy (ACPA) (Columbus, OH)
Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Contract
Reports To: Director of Student Services / Principal

Job Summary
The Arts & College Preparatory Academy (ACPA) is an arts-focused, independent public charter
school in Columbus, Ohio, serving a diverse student population in grades 7 through 12. This
unique 12-month hybrid position balances student-facing instructional support with critical
administrative leadership. For the 9 months of the academic school year, the individual serves
primarily as an Intervention Specialist, delivering specialized instruction, scaffolding academic
and emotional growth, and managing a 7–12 grade caseload. During the summer months, the
role transitions into the Special Education Coordinator, taking ownership of department-wide
compliance audits, Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) data prep, and
Extended School Year (ESY) management. Throughout the year, the individual may be the
District Representative for ETR & IEP meetings.
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Phase 1: Academic Year – Intervention Specialist (Grades 7–12)
During the standard school year, the focus is on direct student support within ACPA's inclusive,
creative, and safe learning environment.

• Instructional Support & Differentiation: Modify, scaffold, and deliver core middle and high school curriculum lessons to meet the diverse needs of students with mild-to-moderate disabilities.
• IEP Case Management: Write, update, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in total compliance with state and federal regulations. Convene and lead annual IEP team meetings with families, specialists, and administrators.
• Collaborative Co-Teaching: Collaborate closely with ACPA’s classroom teachers, counseling team, and arts faculty to ensure accommodations and modifications are seamlessly integrated into both academic and arts classes.
• Transition Planning: Work with high school students (grades 9–12) to formulate measurable post-secondary goals and comprehensive transition plans that align with Ohio’s graduation pathways and graduation seals.

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Phase 2: Summer Months – Special Education Coordinator

During the summer term, the focus shifts to systemic administrative oversight, strategic department preparation, and compliance auditing.

• State Compliance Audits: Conduct comprehensive year-end file audits of all student records and IEPs to ensure absolute alignment with state Operating Standards and IDEA regulations before autumn EMIS reporting deadlines.
• ESY Program Oversight: Coordinate and supervise ACPA's Extended School Year (ESY) services, which includes managing staff, tracking student progress data, and coordinating logistical details.
• Roster Balancing & Resource Allocation: Balance caseload assignments for the incoming school year, audit incoming student records from transferring districts, and procure adaptive curriculum software, testing materials, or assistive technology.
• Staff Onboarding & Training: Develop compliance manuals and onboarding guides for new special education faculty, leading professional development sessions during August pre-service weeks.

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Compensation & 12-Month Structure

• Salary Range: Anticipated salary ranges between $60,000 – $80,000 per year, fully annualized across a 12-month pay structure.
• Benefits: Includes comprehensive healthcare options, retirement contributions through the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), and paid time off distributed through scheduled school calendar breaks.

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Position Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education required (Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or Special Education Administration is a plus).
• Licensure: Must hold a valid, current Ohio Resident Educator or Professional Educator License as an Intervention Specialist (Mild/Moderate, Grades 7–12).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of successful classroom experience as an Intervention Specialist at the secondary level. Prior experience with Ohio compliance software, IEP tracking platforms or coordination roles is strongly preferred.
• Cultural Alignment: Strong commitment to working within a highly diverse, collaborative, and student-centered environment that champions creative expression and social-emotional growth.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 to $80,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• The Arts and College Preparatory Academy
• Email: [e-mail]