Intervention Specialist, Middle School

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The Middle School Intervention Specialist, grades 6-8, works with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional and physical disabilities to ensure that lessons and teaching strategies meet the students’ needs, teach independent living skills, and provide appropriate literacy, communication, and math skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Modify and/or adapt the K12 curriculum in alignment with the state’s content standards to meet the unique needs of each student

• Writes and maintains compliant IEPs for students identified with special needs

• Collaborates with general education teachers to meet the goals of the student

• Educate parents on various instructional strategies

• Prepare appropriate documentation

• Coordinate and facilitate IEP meetings

• Proctor achievement and other required testing to students including alternative assessments if required

• Collaborates with related services team to ensure IEP goals are developed and monitored

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong presentation skills

• Organizational skills, multi-tasking abilities

• Ability to work without direct supervision

• Flexible schedule; Ability to travel as needed, up to 30% of the time

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• State of Ohio Intervention Specialist License

• Bachelor Degree AND

• Minimum 1 year classroom experience OR

• Equivalent combination of education and experience

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency

• The ability to clear required background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree with an emphasis in Special Education

• 3 or more years of classroom experience in Special Education

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is virtual with some required travel for professional development and for testing.

• Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

• The noise level in the home office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic, household appliances, and household distractions).

• The noise level at meeting locations throughout the state is typically moderate and should not vary much from what is experienced in the home office.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: OHVA offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, STRS/SERS Retirement, and Tuition Reimbursement.

Ohio Middle School Intervention Specialist, 6-8