CERTIFIED -- Preschool Early Childhood Intervention Specialist @ Hocking Hills (2026-2027)

Position Type:Preschool/Preschool Intervention SpecialistDate Posted:4/14/2026Location:DistrictJOB VACANCYLOGAN-HOCKING SCHOOL DISTRICTCERTIFIED POSITION: PRESCHOOL EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION SPECIALIST - Hocking Hills ElementaryQUALIFICATIONS: Early Childhood Intervention Specialist (P-3) LicenseCOMPENSATION: As per LEA Negotiated AgreementPOSTING DATES: Noon, Tuesday, April 14, 2026, throughNoon, Tuesday, April 21, 2026 or Open Until Filled.DO NOT REMOVE UNTIL AFTER CLOSING DATEI certify the vacancy above has been posted in my building for the dates stated.Principal/Supervisor DatePlease return this signed posting to the Administration Office immediately after the posting deadline.JOB DESCRIPTIONCERTIFIED POSITION: PRESCHOOL EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION SPECIALIST - Hocking Hills ElementaryQUALIFICATIONS: Early Childhood Intervention Specialist (P-3) LicenseREPORTS TO: Building PrincipalDirector of Special ServicesTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be in accordance with the LEA Negotiated Agreement.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:Comply with the Operating Standards for Ohio's Schools Serving Children with Disabilities regarding assessment, placement, instruction, and evaluation of students with disabilities.Comply with all state and federal health and safety standards.Establish an effective preschool instructional classroom program aligned with the Department of Children and Youth (DCY) Early Learning Content Standards and the adopted preschool curriculum.Prepare lesson plans; plan strategies and activities to meet identified needs of students; create and implement individual education plans (IEP) for identified preschool students.Assess students and evaluate students' progress using designated assessment tools.Utilize assessments and observations of children to support the development of itinerant programming.Interpret assessment information to parents or guardians.Demonstrate the ability to maintain an effective classroom management system, provide for the special behavioral needs of individual students, and document/report all significant behavior.Ensure IEP minutes are maintained while collaborating with related services.Utilize the resources of the school district, county, and region to constantly improve the quality of instruction.Prepare the classroom for class activities and provide a variety of materials and resources to promote student learning.Maintain a safe classroom environment; report any safety concerns to the program supervisor.Refer parents to local support agencies.Monitor students, as assigned, in non-academic situations (e.g. unloading busses and/or loading departing busses).Develop a collaborative communication system with parents and/or caregivers that promotes teacher/parent partnerships. This may include telephone calls, newsletters, and notes.Consult with the diagnostic team regarding the social, sensory, motor, intellectual, adaptive, and language development of students.Collaborate with all pupil services staff to develop an appropriate, effective transdisciplinary approach to meet the individual needs of students.Participate/prepare in IEP meetings and transition meetings.Act as resource person for classroom teachers in transitioning classrooms regarding strategies, adaptations, and resource materials.Maintain accurate and complete student records; prepare and submit all required reports.Collect data to evaluate the effectiveness of the preschool program, make recommendations to the program supervisor for program improvements.Seek opportunities to improve skills and grow professionally; attend all required meetings and in-services.Complete BCI & FBI checks for the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.Maintain CPL 3 through Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Associates (OCCRRA).SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of the Operating Standards for Ohio's Schools Serving Children with Disabilities.Knowledge of the Department of Children and Youth (DCY) Early Learning Standards.Knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA.Knowledge of current preschool curriculum programs and developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education, knowledge of current educational issues, and best practices.Knowledge of effective intervention strategies.Knowledge of mandated assessment tools.Knowledge of community agencies that can support students with disabilities.Knowledge of classroom management techniques.Knowledge of problem-solving processes and creative thinking skills.Ability to use technology as both a productivity tool and as a method of communication; proficient in computer applications.Ability to identify children's strengths and areas of weakness and implement a program to enhance their development.Ability to maintain accurate student records.Ability to observe and assess skills in all areas of development.Ability to analyze and interpret assessment data.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with parents, students, co-workers, administrators, and the public.Revised: April 10, 2026