Intervention Specialist ; Primarily Grade 8

Teacher File 303

Reports to:

Assigned administrator/supervisor

Job Objective:
Plans, implements and assesses student learning experiences.

Minimum:

• Holds/maintains required state department of education credentials.

Qualifications:

• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) or similar training may be required for some assignments.

Essential:

1. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and pedagogy. Organizes subject content and learning goals that support high levels of student achievement.

Functions:

• Prepares instructional materials. Teaches assigned students and subject matters as scheduled.
• Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum goals.
• Evaluates student academic needs and learning styles.
• Differentiates instructional techniques to effectively advance student learning.
• Facilitates the integration of new technology in all areas of the curriculum.
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor student progress.
• Uses a data-driven approach to analyze assessments. Provides effective feedback to students.
• Collaboratively identifies and resolves problems that impede student learning. Implements evidence-based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames.
• Facilitates/supports the least restrictive environment for the placement of students with disabilities.
• Serves as a resource for the development and implementation of 504, IEP and health care plans.
• Advocates for students. Observes student demeanor. Investigates/reports atypical behavior.
• Helps students make appropriate choices and grow academically. Promotes creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance skills.
• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports and/or report cards.
• Regularly communicates academic, behavioral and social-emotional related matters to parents.
• Proctors state and district testing activities. Upholds mandated security procedures.
• Ensures student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Contributes to an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.
• Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities.
• Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards.
• Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.
• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates personal skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.

• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Provides appropriate student supervision.

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