5th Grade Intervention Specialist

Overview

Position: 5th Grade Intervention Specialist, 2026-27 School Year

Employer: Julie Billiart Schools Akron (campuses in Akron, Lyndhurst, Westlake and Brecksville;
Catholic, non-public schools serving children with autism, ADD/ADHD, dyslexia and social learning challenges; inclusive environment).

Job Type: Salaried, Exempt / Full-Time

Reports To: Principal, Akron

Salary: Starting at $50,000 per year; steps based on education and years of service

Overview: The Intervention Specialist is responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual and psychological growth. This role involves organizing and implementing an instructional program that aligns with Julie Billiart Schools and Diocese of Cleveland policies and working collaboratively in a co-teach model with another Intervention Specialist as lead teachers of the classroom.

• Valid Ohio Intervention Specialist license or in the process of obtaining
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience working with students with ADHD, autism, or other learning challenges
• Skilled in differentiating education and strategies for improved executive functioning
• Ability to implement social and behavioral strategies for teens
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Proficient communication with parents and colleagues
• Flexible thinker; able to adjust in the moment
• Enthusiastic, driven, and independent
• Experience with educational data collection and Excel data management

The following are primary duties and responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations are made for employees with qualified disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the job, so long as there is no undue hardship.

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences using varied materials and resources
• Develop schemes of work and detailed lesson plans
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Prepare classroom for activities
• Identify and select instructional resources and methods, including relevant technology, to meet students’ varying needs and support instruction
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development
• Assign and provide feedback on student assignments
• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress and development
• Update records as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
• Prepare reports on students and activities and communicate information to relevant stakeholders
• Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with school policies
• Apply appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary
• Participate in level, school and parent meetings
• Attend professional development meetings as required by the Principal
• Write professional development goals as required by the LPDC
• Stay up to date with developments in the subject area, teaching resources and methods; adjust instructional plans accordingly
• Write IEPs, IEP Progress Reports, and Service Plans as required by state law
• Other duties as needed

• Regularly required to speak, stand, talk, walk, sit, see and hear (corrected or uncorrected)
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Supervision Received: Reports to and is evaluated by the Principal.
Direct Reports: None.

All candidates must disclose to Julie Billiart Schools, Human Resources Department if they are subject of an open investigation or a report of professional misconduct made to the Ohio Department of Education, Office of Professional Conduct. Julie Billiart Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Julie Billiart Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.