Intervention Specialist, Education ​/ Teaching

Overview

Intervention Specialist role at Oakmont Education
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The intervention specialist is responsible for all aspects of Special Education services and compliance and may provide additional intervention to students not identified for Special Education services as needed. The Intervention Specialist must be knowledgeable and proactively stay up to date on all laws pertaining to special education.

Description

The intervention specialist is responsible for all aspects of Special Education services and compliance and may provide additional intervention to students not identified for Special Education services as needed. The Intervention Specialist must be knowledgeable and proactively stay up to date on all laws pertaining to special education. It is the responsibility of the Intervention Specialist to ensure that all students identified with a disability are given the same learning opportunities as non-disabled students.

The Intervention Specialist will work closely with the classroom teacher in making sure that student needs are met, IEP goals are taught, and IEP provisions are followed. Intervention Specialists are committed to the ongoing academic development and well-being of their students and the overall success of the school.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day work of their students and the safety and welfare of the students. This includes standards-based curriculum and assessment development; instruction and supervision of students; guidance, academic, and character development; and student safety.
• Agrees with and is committed to the academic goals and philosophy of Oakmont Education.
• Understands, abides by, and implements the policies, directives, and guidelines set forth by the management company.
• Leads the Response to Intervention process.
• Effectively communicates with teachers, parents, and administrators to facilitate the IEP process.
• Accurately and efficiently maintains Individual Educational Programs (IEP’s) and student files.
• Remains current on rules and regulations set forth in special education.
• Creates and manages a caring, supportive, purposeful, and stimulating environment conducive to children’s learning.
• Prepares instructional lesson plans aligned to applicable state standards and implements the Instructional Framework with fidelity.
• Teaches all subjects following the school’s course of study or as assigned.
• Utilizes data and assessments as a means to drive instruction.
• Ensures effective use of support staff within the classroom, including parent helpers.
• Identifies clear teaching objectives and learning outcomes, with appropriate challenge and expectations.
• Adapts and enriches the curriculum using multiple strategies, online tools, and technology to actively engage and support students.
• Develops classroom experiences that teach students to apply what they learn to real world problems.
• Organizes and manages groups or individuals to reflect all abilities and differentiation of learning needs.
• Uses advanced classroom management techniques.
• Provides opportunities for students to engage in activities outside the classroom (e.g., student organizations, physical activities, service learning).
• Provides specialized instruction to students with special needs in one-on-one, small-group, or inclusion settings in accordance with IEPs and/or SPs.
• Ensures high standards of achievement and maintains a constructive school culture where teaching and learning can thrive.
• Completes written IEP progress reports at least quarterly.

Administrative

• Keeps accurate records on each student (grade books, report cards, lesson plans, attendance, behavior/discipline).
• Maintains a regular system of monitoring, assessment, record-keeping and reporting of progress.
• Maintains privacy and confidentiality of student records and professional matters.

Facility and Personnel Development

• Collaborates with staff to improve student learning and achievement in the regular education classroom.
• Develops positive working relationships with students, parents, and school staff.
• Maintains order and discipline among pupils, safeguarding health and safety.
• Participates in decision-making on policies, teaching materials, resources,…