Special Education Teacher or intervention specialist (Grades K-12)

Earlycollegecolumbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Earlycollegecolumbus is seeking a High School Intervention Specialist for the Early College Academy in Columbus, Ohio. This charter school focuses on dropout prevention and recovery, engaging diverse students and providing tailored support.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Ohio Teaching license and possess strong communication skills, with responsibilities including developing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and coordinating effectively with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
• Valid Ohio Teaching license required.

Responsibilities

• Developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds

Ability to organize and coordinate work

Education

Bachelors or Masters from an accredited college or university in education discipline

State of Ohio Certification as a Special Education Teacher or Intervention Specialist

Job description

High School Intervention Specialist

Special Education Teacher or intervention specialist (Grades K-12) JobID: 258

• Date Posted: 3/10/2026
• Location: Early College Academy
• Date Available: Aug. 2026

Work Schedule

Monday - Thursday 7:15- 2:45

Optional Fridays for additional pay: 9:00-noon

Job Highlights

• Ideal teaching opportunity for retired special education teacher or intervention specialist looking to supplement retirement income
• Ideal pathway for those beginning or continuing a teaching career in a supportive environment with focused teaching load
• Small charter school, approximately 15% students on IEPs
• Monday through Thursday work week
• Traditional school year calendar
• Early College Academy is a charter school that is a Dropout Prevention Credit Recovery High School. Our charter is sponsored by the Educational Service center of Central Ohio, whose mission is to engage disenfranchised students, low income youth, first‑generation college goers, English language learners, students of color and other young people underrepresented in higher education in a curriculum that has the potential for qualified students to earn college credit. Early College Academy is on a 4‑day work week, Monday - Thursday. Fridays are optional half‑day opportunity to work for additional pay by tutoring students, contacting parents, and an opportunity to work on assignments, career counseling and to close the academic gap.
• Valid Ohio Teaching license
• Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible, resourceful, enthusiastic and high energy level

Education

Bachelors or Masters from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Essential Functions

• Developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs;
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Additional Duties

At ECA there are no after‑school or in‑school clubs, sports, study halls, hall or lunch duties. One Professional Development meeting after school per month.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students and parents.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License: State of Ohio Certification as a Special Education Teacher or Intervention Specialist.

Contact

If interested, please contact [e-mail]

Early College Academy
137 E. State Street
Columbus, OH 43215