Long Term Substitute Intervention Specialist 12-15 Weeks KMS-KHS
Kirtland Local School District
- Kirtland, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
instructional strategies to address the individual needs of students
enrolled in the special education program. Present appropriate learning
experiences consistent with the school district’s mission and mandated
requirements. Provide personalized direction and support to help
students realize their intellectual, social, and vocational potentials.
Actively involve parents and colleagues as learning partners.Minimum
Qualifications:A valid State of Ohio teaching certificate or license as Intervention
Specialist (Mild to Moderate)
Evidence of a clear record as determined by the Bureau of Criminal
Identification and Investigation (BCII) and Federal Bureau of
Investigation (FBI).
(Highly Qualified) HQ status in core content areas for grades 7-12
preferred.Job Duties,
Responsibilities,
and Essential
Functions:Perform all assigned duties according to the policies, rules, and
regulations of the Kirtland Board of Education and the Ohio
Department of Education/Special Education Division. Comply with all
Federal mandates as they apply to students with disabilities.
Demonstrate subject matter competence and teaching proficiency.
Determine the educational needs of the students based on all
applicable sources (e.g., standardized tests, psychological
assessments, teachers’ synopses, student records, etc.).
Employ the requisite components and information necessary to
provide an effective Individualized Educational Program (I.E.P.) for
each student consistent with mandated requirements. Apply the
information in the student’s I.E.P. to prepare and carry out daily
lesson plans (i.e., written clearly, usable, and sequential). Ensure the
learning process is guided toward the basic core program for
students with disabilities.
Consult with Curriculum Coordinator/Director of Special Education
regarding instructional modifications, classroom adjustments, and/or
other methods that support the attainment of educational goals for
students enrolled in the program. Secure necessary supplies to
implement the educational plan.
Document student progress. Provide ongoing communication with
teachers to support academic congruence with classroom goals and
objectives.
Work cooperatively with the school staff (e.g., Director of Special
Education, Speech/Language Pathologist, Psychologist, Physical andTEACHER – INTERVENTION SPECIALIST Page 2 ofOccupational Therapist, etc.).Provide career information. Help students develop positive work
behavior and attitudes. Assist with job placement (i.e., high school
level).
Prepare attendance records and reports required by law, board
policy, or those requested by the Superintendent and/or his or her
designees. Ensure the confidentiality of privileged information.
Make recommendations to the principal concerning future
placements. Participate in annual review conferences.
Help communicate school rules to students. Maintain high standards
for student conduct and enforce discipline according to
classroom/school policy and the due process rights of students.
Employ techniques that motivate students to establish appropriate
short- and long-term goals. Provide positive reinforcement to
acknowledge acceptable behavior. Consistently confront undesirable
behavior firmly and fairly.
Promote the proper care of school property, equipment, textbooks,
supplies, and other materials. Account for school resources used by
students.
Attempt to develop rapport and maintain the confidence of parents
and students. Provide periodic progress reports to parents using
telephone calls, notes, interim reports, report cards, and conferences,
etc.
Share in the responsibility for authorized committee work, when
requested. Suggest equipment or teaching techniques that will
enhance the educational process.
Prepare the assigned classroom at the beginning of the year. Retrieve
inventory of supplies and equipment as required. Store equipment
and supplies at the end of the school year.
Participate in after school programs (e.g., open house, parent
conferences, etc.). Voluntarily support parent organization activities
as time permits.
Participate in professional growth activities (e.g., professional
associations, course work, workshops, seminars, etc.) Share
knowledge with colleagues.
Model life-long learning to staff and students.
Serve as a role model for students. Demonstrate responsibility,
citizenship, respect, and courtesy.
Perform other duties, as directed.Physical and Mental
Abilities Required:Ability to move freely throughout the building.
Ability to lift, carry, or move equipment or supplies weighing up to
twenty pounds.TEACHER – INTERVENTION SPECIALIST Page 3 of
Ability to work with young children in activities that may require
stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
Ability to communicate effectively using language and writing skills.
Ability to maintain a non-punitive relationship with students and
demonstrate fairness and patience while respecting their confidences.
Ability to facilitate the exchange of ideas leading to a group
consensus.
Ability to react productively to frequent interruptions and changing
conditions.
Ability to organize and complete tasks efficiently with minimal
supervision.
Ability to maintain a tactful disposition in dealing with
administrators, staff, students, parents, and the public.Supervisory
Responsibility:Under the direction of the Principal and the Director of Special
Education: schedule work assignments, provide instructions, trains,
and communicates expectations to Educational Aides, student
teachers, and volunteers, when assigned.Working Conditions:
Occasional exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue.
Occasional interaction with agitated or upset parents/public.
Frequent interaction with disruptive or unruly children.
Frequent exposure to student commotion.
Work under stress to meet schedules and deadlines.
Work cooperatively with others.
Considerable paperwork is required.
Duties may require occasional work during the evening and/or
weekend.
The Kirtland Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer
offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, or disability. Employees are required to comply with the
statutory responsibilities cited in the Ohio Revised Code, the rules and
regulations of the Ohio Department of Education, all local and Federal
mandates. Salary, fringe benefits, and other working conditions may be
subject, in part, to negotiated agreements between The Kirtland Board of
Education and the Kirtland Education Association or Kirtland OAPSE
Local 366. Employees are required to follow instructions and perform
their duties under the supervision of the Superintendent and/or his or
her designee, as authorized by the Kirtland Board of Education. This job
description does not imply that these are the only duties and
responsibilities to be performed. This job description is subject to change