Virtual Intervention Specialist

About the Team     Jefferson Classical Academy of Ohio offers a tuition-free, classical education for students in grades K–8, with plans to expand through grade 12. Our curriculum focuses on the pursuit of truth and character, providing a rigorous logic and grammar-based foundation that prepares students for a lifetime of learning. We are seeking Intervention Specialists who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods.   The Intervention Specialist supports the educational and behavioral goals of all students with a focus on students with an Individualized Education Program.    Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.     Eligibility: Open to residents of Ohio    About the Opportunity     Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general education curricular as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments    Conduct diagnostic assessments for instruction    Conduct functional behavior assessments    Write and implement behavior improvement plans    Facilitate IEP Meetings and write IEP goals and objectives    Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific achievement goals    Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction    Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues    Serve as advisor for a designated set of students    Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child    Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips    Perform other duties as assigned    About You     Current Ohio Intervention Specialist License    Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards    Experience working in a full room inclusion type model or Co-Teaching in a Resource Room model        High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring    High quality written and verbal communication skills    High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook    Excellent organization and time management skills    Ability to work independently and contribute to a team    Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks (FBI/BCI)    Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred    About Us     “We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder    ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.    We offer the following benefits:    Compensation and Benefits:  The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.     The annual starting salary for this position is between $48,000 – $52,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.   Life benefits – time & peace of mind     Paid time off    Retirement contributions    Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance    Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)    Discounted childcare at  Early Learning Academies  locations    Health benefits – stay well & thrive     Medical, dental, and vision insurance    Employee Assistance Program    Voluntary short-term disability insurance    Voluntary long-term disability insurance    Career benefits – keep growing     Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY     It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.      #LI-BL1

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