Intervention Specialist - Sign-On Bonus + 10-Month Schedule

Best Point; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 46,500 - 50,650; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Public Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking an Intervention Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year in Cincinnati. You will provide individualized instruction, align lesson plans to Ohio standards, and participate in IEP development.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Special Education, an Ohio license, and a willingness to work with students facing behavioral challenges. The position offers a 10-month schedule, benefits, and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, with preferred Special Education focus.
• Ohio teaching license required; Intervention Specialist license preferred.
• Experience with students with behavioral and mental health challenges preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic instruction to students in a classroom setting.
• Create and align lesson plans to Ohio Department of Education content standards.
• Ensure instruction is engaging and differentiated to meet individual student needs.
• Maintain student work portfolios in alignment with program standards.
• Participate in developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and strategy sheets.
• Implement IEPs and monitor student progress toward goals.
• Use assessment data to adjust academic and behavioral interventions.
• Complete IEP progress reports and grades for report cards.
• Complete required paperwork, including lesson plans, incident reports, and restraint reports.
• Administer educational testing and assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with state operating standards.
• Communicate weekly with parents/guardians regarding student progress.
• Lead communication efforts with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other agency programs to share resources and best practices.
• Actively participate in daily debriefings, student meetings, and staff meetings.
• Promote age-appropriate social skills, self-care, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.
• Function as a positive role model for students at all times.
• Support students’ academic growth and behavioral development.
• Ensure lesson plans and instruction comply with Ohio Department of Education standards.
• Utilize assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
• Participate in adjusting treatment and IEP plans to maximize student progress.

Skills

Experience with behavioral/mental‑em健康

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Ohio teaching license

Intervention Specialist license

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Intervention Specialist

Program Services General Full Time Best Point, Cincinnati, OH, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1415

Intervention Specialist

Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM–3:30 PM 10-Month School-Year Schedule | June & July Off $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Licensed Intervention Specialists

Make a Difference Every School Day

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking adedicated and student-centered Intervention Specialist to join our educational team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges.

As an Intervention Specialist, you'll provide individualized academic instruction in a supportive classroom environment while helping students build the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills they need to succeed.

You'll work closely with students, families, teachers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implementIndividualized Education Plans (IEPs), monitor student progress, and adapt instruction based on each student's unique strengths and needs.

Why Join Best Point?

• $5,000 sign-on bonusfor licensed Intervention Specialists
• 10-month school-year position with June and July off - Paid across12 months, providing consistent year-round pay
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on students and families in our community

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required;degree in Special Education highly preferred.
• Valid Ohio teaching license required;Intervention Specialist license highly preferred.
• Experience working with students with behavioral, emotional, or mental health challenges preferred.
• Valid driver's license required .
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, organization, classroom management, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with students and maintain a structured, supportive classroom environment.
• Commitment to individualized, student-centered instruction and positive student outcomes.
• Licensed Intervention Specialist — Bachelor's Level: Starting at $46,500 annually, with additional compensation based on experience.
• Licensed Intervention Specialist — Master's Level: Starting at $50,650 annually, with additional compensation based on experience.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for licensed Intervention Specialists
• June and July off

At Best Point, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to taking care of our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Our benefit costs are approximately 38% lower than those of other organizations our size , helping you keep more of what you earn.

• Medical, dental, and vision coveragestarting as low as $27 per paycheck
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions of up to$1,200 annuallyfor 2+ person plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Free preventive care and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential emotional, financial, legal, and personal support
• Optional pet insurance
• Competitive403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance valued at2.5x your annual salary, up to $300,000 — 100% paid by Best Point
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, along with educational loan forgiveness support and resources
• Free continuing education and professional development opportunities
• 10% tuition discountfor online programs through the University of Cincinnati
• Leadership Academy and professional development programs at no cost
• Interest-free personal computer loan program
• Employee referral bonus program with payouts of up to$1,000

Tools & Resources to Support Your Work

• Access to professional resources, training, and development opportunities
• Technology and tools to support instruction and student documentation

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Instruction & Student Engagement

• Provide individualized academic instruction in a structured classroom environment.
• Develop and implement engaging, differentiated lesson plans aligned withOhio Department of Education content standards.
• Adapt instruction to meet students' individual academic, behavioral, and learning needs.
• Create a classroom environment that promotes safety, belonging, engagement, and academic growth.
• Encourage students to develop independence, confidence, problem-solving skills, and a positive approach to learning.

IEP Development & Progress Monitoring

• Participate in the development and implementation ofIndividualized Education Plans (IEPs)and strategy sheets.
• Monitor and document student progress toward academic and behavioral goals.
• Use assessment and progress data to adjust instruction and interventions.
• Complete IEP progress reports and report card grades accurately and within required timelines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure students' educational and therapeutic needs are addressed.

Student Support & Social-Emotional Development

• Promote age-appropriate social skills, self-care, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with students.
• Support students in developing coping skills, independence, and appropriate classroom behaviors.
• Utilize individualized strategies to help students successfully participate in the classroom and school environment.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral and crisis situations while maintaining student and staff safety.

Collaboration & Family Communication

• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, clinicians, behavioral health professionals, administrators, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Participate in daily debriefings, student meetings, staff meetings, and treatment planning discussions.
• Share resources, strategies, and best practices with colleagues and other agency programs.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support positive student outcomes.

Documentation & Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete required lesson plans, educational documentation, incident reports, restraint reports, and other required paperwork.
• Administer educational assessments and testing as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation.
• Ensure documentation and instructional practices remain compliant with state and program standards.
• Participate in required trainings and professional development.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure lesson plans and classroom instruction align with applicableOhio Department of Education standards.
• Use student data and assessment results to inform instructional decisions.
• Participate in reviewing and adjusting treatment and IEP plans to maximize student progress.
• Follow agency policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

This position works primarily in aclassroom-based educational environmentserving students with behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges.

Employees may encounter challenging behaviors, including verbal or physical aggression, and may be exposed to blood, vomit, and other bodily fluids. The Intervention Specialist must be able to remain calm, professional, and focused on student safety during challenging situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The position regularly requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees must also be capable of participating in required crisis intervention and physical restraint techniques and exercises when necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.

About Best Point

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is Greater Cincinnati's most prolific nonprofit specializing in education, behavioral and therapeutic health services, and autism services for vulnerable and at-risk youth, their families, and caregivers.

We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families.

Our Culture

We lead our community with respect and tolerance, both internally and externally, and expect our employees to embrace these values in their day-to-day interactions.

Best Point is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.

Apply today to join a team that believes every student deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed!