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K12 Services Inc Middle School Intervention Specialist in Columbus, Ohio
Job Description The non-negotiable salary for this position is $42,000 plus the opportunity to earn an annual performance bonus through the school. Will consider applicants from a surrounding state to Ohio within 100 miles from the Ohio border. Applicant must be able to meet travel requirements and be willing and able to obtain Ohio Certification. 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. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better. 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! This is a full-time position. 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 Intervention Specialist 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 * 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 20% of the time * Ability to pass required background check MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * State of Ohio Intervention Specialist License * Bachelor Degree AND * Equivalent combination of education and experience * Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Minimum 1 year classroom experience * Master's Degree with an emphasis in Special Education * 3 or more years of classroom experience in Special Education WORK ENVIRONMENT: These work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. * The noise level in the home office is usually moderate (compuApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjEyNDQ5LjEwNTA4QHN0cmlkZWluY2NvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t