Performance Academies
Location
Toledo, Ohio
The Intervention Specialist provides academic, social, and behavioral support to students with special needs through the implementation of IEPs, 504 Plans, and BIPs. They collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to ensure compliance with state and federal special education guidelines.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a valid Ohio Special Education License. Proficiency in data analysis and computer applications, along with the ability to pass criminal history checks, is required.
Job title Intervention Specialist Classification Exempt Reports to Principal Organization Unit Support Approved by Human Resources Effective date 8/1/26
Job Purpose The Intervention Specialist ensures that students receiving special education services are provided the appropriate academic, social, and behavior support. It is the responsibility of the Intervention Specialist to collaborate with team members, which include but are not limited to: the parent, classroom teacher(s), principal, related service providers, school psychologist, and regional director to ensure the individual needs of students are met.
Include but not limited to: Student Learning Provide high quality service delivery to all students with active IEPs, 504 Plans, and/or BIPs consistent with best practice in special education interventions, as well as school policies. Collaborate with general education teacher(s) on supporting students with disabilities in the general education setting by providing appropriate co-teaching instruction. Provide a copy of each student’s IEP at a glance to the general education teacher. Review the classroom accommodations and supports, as outlined in the IEP, 504 Plan, and/or BIP to ensure that accommodations are being appropriately implemented. Report to the Principal, Special Education Director, or Superintendent immediately if they are not. Determine the appropriate testing accommodations for all students with active IEPs or 504 Plans based on data presented and input from School Psychologist, Regional Director, related service providers, and classroom teacher. Implement such accommodations for all state mandated tests and ensure that classroom teachers implement such accommodations regularly. Complete and submit to Principal intervention service logs and test preparation logs to accurately reflect services provided. Provide high quality lesson plans, schedules of services, and other related information to Regional Director of Student Services, Principal, Assistant Principal, and/or Superintendent as required. Advocate for students with special needs within the school and community.
Family/Community Involvement Communicate regularly with parents and/or guardians, regarding students' progress via phone call, text, or dragon gram. Include parent/guardians in meetings; schedule meetings two weeks in advance; document attempts to gain parent participation in all meetings. Work to the fullest extent possible to always include parents or guardians in all educational decision-making pertaining to their child; ensure they are active participants in the IAT and IEP processes. Create a network of support for students by treating all students and families with respect at all times and actively working with parents/guardians to coordinate home and school connections.
Professionalism Respect all team members’ input, including parent(s)/guardian(s), classroom teacher(s), related service providers, Intervention Specialist, Regional Director, and student as appropriate, in matters related to student’s progress, determination of eligibility, and implementation of IEP. Read and understand all policies outlined in staff handbook and student handbook/code of conduct Refrain from discussing student or parent issues with staff members outside of IAT meetings, except as needed to ensure educational efficacy of student; never discuss student or parent issues with other parents or the public; this also includes other professionals, including doctors, psychologists, attorneys, dentists, social workers, or anyone without explicit written, parent consent. Keep all student identifying information confidential at all times and all parent and student correspondences and communications confidential at all times. Maintain annual test proctor certification and administer standardized testing instruments (including Alternate Assessment) to applicable students Report any and all cases of suspected child abuse or neglect immediately to Principal, Assistant Principal, and/or Superintendent, before contacting Children’s Services or local law enforcement.
Bachelor’s Degree required Valid and current Ohio Special Education License Satisfactory completion of federal and state required criminal history checks Stays current on and understands all federal and state special education policies and laws. Experience with data analysis Proficient in computer applications, including Google Docs, MS Office Suite, e-mail, and internet
Market context
Ohio classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially for candidates who can manage a classroom and plan instruction aligned to state and center expectations. These positions are competitive because schools and centers often look for both teaching experience and the ability to stay active with children throughout the day. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your age, classroom leadership experience, and lesson-planning background before applying.