Intervention Specialist Job at Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities

Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities Athens, OH 45701

$38,645 - $73,209 a year

Location: Beacon School

Wage: Competitive starting rate

Benefits: Comprehensive health and life insurance and participation in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS).

Schedule: Academic year 182 days; M-F 35 hrs/wk

Instructor, Intervention Specialist K-12

Beacon School is a special educational service provider for five local school districts in Athens County. School age programming is tailored to meet the needs of students age 5-21 with focus in the areas of functional academics, prevocational instruction, socialization, daily living skills, adaptive physical education, fine/gross motor skills, and recreation/leisure. We seek instructors who are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children with exceptional needs and have a passion for serving a population diverse in social, educational and economic backgrounds and levels.

Qualifications:

  • Ohio Department of Education Licensure, Intervention Specialist- K-12.
  • Knowledge of multiple disabilities, child development, community-based resources, educational and adaptive equipment and devices.
  • Computer proficiency with ability/skill in instructional technology tools.
  • Possess good observational skills coupled with the ability to define problems, collect and analyze data and patterns, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Leadership and collaborative supervisory skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse mix of professionals, students, parents and other constituents.
  • Lift, move and carry minimum of 30 pounds.
  • Valid Ohio driver's license.

Job Duties:

  • Manage the development and implementation of a comprehensive academic and life skills-based Individualized Educational Program (IEP) for each student. Prepare and deliver educational curriculum as well as social and recreational experiences in accordance with student IEP’s. Provide direction, training and leadership to assigned classroom instructor assistants and educational aides.
  • Conduct student evaluations; maintain documentation, reports and records. Prepare progress reports detailing student IEP progress.
  • Communicate with parents/families; respond to concerns; participate in conferences, open house, school-wide events, staff meetings and in-service trainings; participate in assessments of programs and services and ensure Unusual Incident Reports are completed according to agency requirements.
  • Promote the inclusion of all students into their home schools and community; make home visits as needed or requested by families at times convenient for the families.
  • Assume other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or administration.

Posting Dates: Applications will be accepted until position is filled; for full consideration, apply by 5/1/2023.

Visit our website at www.athenscbdd.org

Working conditions may exist that do not normally exist in the occupation of a public employee. These conditions may include: exposure to blood borne pathogens, communicable diseases, potential infectious materials, hazardous chemicals and/or aggressive behaviors.

ACBDD is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,645.00 - $73,209.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff must wear masks unless working alone in an enclosed office space. Weekly or monthly testing requirement. $500 bonus for fully vaccinated status

Application Question(s):

  • Do you hold a current Intervention Specialist license with Ohio Department of Education or will you attain one by August 2023?

Experience:

  • special education teaching: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person




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