Intervention Specialist - Moderate​/Intensive Disabilities Classroom

Intervention Specialist - Moderate/Intensive Multiple Disabilities Classroom

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Intervention Specialist (Moderate/Intensive)
• Date Posted: 5/22/2026
• Location:
  
  Miami Whitewater Elementary School

Position: Intervention Specialist - Multiple Disabilities Classroom

Reports to: Miami Whitewater Elementary Building Principal

The ideal candidate is an advocate for the student with a strong special education background and understanding of the development of the IEP, interpreting testing/intervention data and has strong communication skills to work with teachers, parents, related service providers, and students. The candidate selected for this position will be responsible for delivery core instruction to students with disabilities and serve as the teacher of record.

The student demographic of this classroom is tentative and will depend on numbers/needs of the students.

• Develop the IEP services per data and documentation.
• Track SDI and maintain compliance.
• Coordinate related services as needed (SLP/OT/PT).
• Support classroom teachers with inclusion practices and accommodations to meet the student's needs.
• Knowledge of research-based intervention tools and materials.
• Coordinate and facilitate required special education meetings such as IEP annual reviews, amendments, placement changes, etc.
• Coordinate with outside service providers.
• Effectively manage behaviors relating to Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Collect data for Functional Behavior Assessments & Implement Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Oversee Para-Professional assignments including assigning daily tasks, scheduling, training on strategies to support student goals, providing accommodations, & data collection.
• Actively participate in & be willing to lead monthly department meetings in collaboration with the other Intervention Specialists, Para
  - Professionals, & building administrators.
• Effectively coordinate with BCBA's (Board Certified Behavior Analysts) and assist them in overseeing Behavior Techs.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles and specific best practice strategies for working with autistic students.
• Knowledge of or training in de-escalation techniques.
• Knowledge of Ohio's Extended Learning Standards.
• Knowledge of Ohio's Alternate Assessment Framework.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Knowledge of Assistive Technology.
• Knowledge of the Unique Curriculum.
• Satisfactory BCI and FBI background checks are required.
• Flexibility and the adaptability.
• The ability to assess a potentially unsafe situation & react quickly to de-escalate.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Certification/License:
  • Ohio State Certification as a Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Intensive Intervention Specialist (Moderate/Intensive preferred).
  • Ohio State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred.

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Special Education.
• Training/course through OCALI Autism Certification Center or similar program modules.
• Certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (can be provided by the district).

• Retirement
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance – 100% paid by District
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off

Southwest Local School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.