Intervention Specialist

Position Type:Elementary School Teaching/Intervention SpecialistDate Posted:4/16/2026Location:Crestwood Primary SchoolClosing Date:04/29/2026District:Crestwood Local School DistrictCRESTWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATIONJOB DESCRIPTIONPosition: Special Education Teacher (Must be willing to get Wilson Trained)Employment Status: Regular/Full-timeReports to: Building Principal / Director of Pupil ServicesFLSA Status: Certified Non-ExemptDescription: Provide instruction for special education and at-risk studentsNOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importanceEssential Functions:Ensure safety of studentsAssist in coordinating the special education program for all handicapped children in the school districtAssist in implementation of federal law and Ohio rules for educating handicapped pupilsAdminister contract services for childrenFollow individual student IEP'sDevelop IEP's for children; assist in scheduling IEP conferencesProvide classroom teachers with resource informationAssist coordination of activities between the school district and outside agenciesWork with regular classroom teachers in mainstreaming of studentsPrepare local, state and federal reports relative to areas of special education and pupil personnel servicesServe as a member of IAT and IEP teams as requiredAttend IEP conferencesConsult with regular education teacher concerning modifications, adaptations or alternate assignments in regular education classroom for special education studentsAssist with record keeping tasks and individual records of all children recommended to receive special education services or those enrolled in special educationAdhere to rules and regulations regarding programs that relate to special educationAssist in conducting programs for the identification of exceptional childrenEvaluate test scores to monitor progress of studentsCompile and maintain an accurate inventory of special education materialsRepresent the district at local, state and regional activities/committees as agreed toMaintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student IEP's, testing information, student and staff informationEnsure that the IEP goals/objectives for students are metProvide direct instruction in a resource/inclusion or tutorial settingDemonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learnersImplement strategies to accomplish individualized program goalsConsult with regular classroom teacher concerning placement of potential studentsAdapt curriculum and provide alternative teaching techniques and assessments to best enhance student learningOther Duties and Responsibilities:Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate mannerMake contacts with the public with tact and diplomacyInteract in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationAttend meetings and in-services as requiredPerform bus duty, lunch duty, hall duty and playground duty as assignedPerform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal Qualifications:Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college or universityAppropriate State of Ohio certification/licenseIntervention specialist certificateMeet the applicable requirement of a "highly qualified" teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act withinthe requirementsSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to work effectively with othersAbility to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsOrganizational and problem solving skillsKnowledge of IDEA, Title I rulesBasic computer skillsAbility to operate school equipmentCommitment to educationKnowledge of academic area and teaching methodologySkills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom managementTraining in varied instructional designBackground/knowledge base in methodology and supervised practiceKnowledge of due process and other laws governing special educationAbility to assess needs and write IEP's that provide for those needsKnowledge of special education state and federal guidelines Equipment Operated:ComputerCopy machineFax machinePrinterTelephone Additional Working Conditions:Frequent interaction among unruly childrenOccasional weekend/evening/summer workOccasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissueOccasional requirement to travelOccasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditionsFrequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writingFrequent requirement to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, read, hear and use color visionOccasional requirement to lift and carry up to a maximum of 25 poundsOccasional requirement to push and pull up to a maximum of 25poundsOccasional requirement to stoop and kneelOccasional requirement to operate school district vehicleThis job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent 's supervisor, appointing authority.Superintendent or designee DateMy signature below signifies that I have reviewed the contents of my job description and that I am aware of the requirements of my position.Signature Date