Student Support Specialist - Malabar Intermediate

Student Support Specialist – Malabar Intermediate,

• Position Type: Certified Intermediate 3‑6 / Teacher
• Date Posted: 6/25/2026
• Location: Malabar Intermediate School
• Date Available: 8/17/2026

Provide intensive instruction to elementary‑grade students who are struggling in reading, writing and/or math in compliance with the Student Support Programs.

• Completed the required Science of Reading professional development learning modules.
• Reading endorsement, Master’s Degree, or Doctoral Degree in Reading, and passing score on the Reading Instruction Test (Foundations of Reading 190), preferred.
• Accredited college/university degree.
• Valid Ohio licensure and/or certification (substitute licensure not accepted).
• Currently trained in Wilson Reading System or willingness to obtain training (training paid by district).
• Valid Ohio Reading K-12 endorsement preferred.

• Select students for intervention using district assessments, and inform teachers and parents of identified students.
• Be familiar with administration and interpretation of state‑mandated testing in reading and math; use data to analyze student achievement.
• Maintain necessary records throughout the school year and assemble information for the annual state review.
• Work closely with classroom teachers, building administrators, and other support personnel.
• Communicate effectively with parents during conferences and other contacts as needed.
• Coordinate reading and math interventions with Ohio State Standards.
• Be aware of current supplementary reading/math materials and supplies appropriate for intervention and classroom use.
• Maintain a professional awareness of effective reading and math practices by participating in ongoing professional development, grade‑level team meetings, professional organizations, conferences, coursework, and professional journals.
• Maintain appropriate student discipline and create a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Prepare daily lesson plans describing learning targets and activities that directly relate to Ohio State Standards, program requirements, and student achievement.
• Serve as a resource person for literacy/math in the assigned building(s).
• Perform an equitable amount of building duties.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the building principal or program supervisor.

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not intended to be all‑inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Uses standard office equipment such as a personal computer, printer, copier, fax machine, and telephone.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods, educational pedagogy, and differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature, and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems 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 for performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in the course of work.

Most work requires normal physical attributes associated with working in a school or office.

Work is performed in a school and/or office setting.

Exempt

Each staff member shall remain free of alcohol or non‑prescribed controlled substances, and abuse of prescribed controlled substances in the workplace during employment. Each staff member shall serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and responsible, intelligent human beings and help instill ethical principles and democratic values.

Per the Mansfield City Schools Board of Education/Mansfield School Employees Association Negotiated Agreement.

The Mansfield City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identification or sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.