What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intervention Specialist position at OhioGuidestone?
Where New Paths BeginOur 100% tuition free K-8th Grade campus in the Cleveland Central Neighborhood emphasizes academic expectations that promote a sense of worth, personal responsibility, civic engagement, and a "no excuse - every child can succeed" attitude. Stepstone Academy has the "whole child" "whole family" "whole community" mindset. We are changing more than just the narrative around urban education. Stepstone Academy is Changing Lives.Stepstone Academy, affiliated with OhioGuidestone, is seeking a full-time or part time Intervention Specialist to assist in our classrooms. The ideal candidate will be passionate about our students' learning and is driven by changing the way urban and special needs students are educated. Teachers at Stepstone Academy are open to their peers and eager to collaborate as a team to meet the mission and vision and the needs of the students at Stepstone Academy. Teachers will be expected to spend time becoming familiar with families of students served by engaging them in the home as well as in the school. As part of the "What-Ever-It-Takes" philosophy, Teachers will assist in areas outside their normal job duties with students outside their normal classroom in an effort to ensure the overall success of Stepstone Academy. Essential FunctionsCommunication & Relationship DevelopmentAble to communicate effectively and respectfully with children, parents / guardians, colleagues and community contactsCommunicates regularly with parents and professional staff regarding the educational, social, and personal needs of students.Schedules time to become familiar with families : home visits, parent / guardian meetings and family engagementDemonstrates compassion and ability to make connections with students and familiesDemonstrates culturally competency and ability to relate to individuals with various ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds and socio-economic statusAdvocates for and provides emotional support to individual children and families based on issues related to poverty, social problems, dysfunctional families, violence, stressors outside of school, lack of parent involvement, etc.Instructional Design and PlanningDevelops and implements an Individualized Educational Program of each child, complimentary to his / her educational strengths and needs as defined through the multifactor evaluation and I.E.P. process, and Regular Education Curriculum.Works cooperatively with regular 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.Assists the special education student in making a assessment of his / her abilities and in establishing educational and occupational goals in keeping with these abilitiesDesigns and implements lessons and activities which guide students towards meeting and exceeding academic standardsDemonstrates ability to bring their lessons and material to life, engaging students and extending thinkingDemonstrates the ability to assess students through utilizing data to inform instructionImplements curriculum to provide life context to lessonsParticipates as a member of the Student Support Team as directed by the building principalInstructional EnvironmentCreates a positive, structured atmosphere for students to observe, understand, and exemplify the Stepstone Academy missionConducts daily instruction, student assessment, and portfolio developmentDemonstrates ability to set, communicate and maintain HIGH expectations and a deep responsibility for each student's progress, not accepting failureDemonstrates ability to manage student conduct through consistent expectations and organizes subject matter so that students are engagedAble to respond appropriately and maintain composure and possess professional demeanor at all timesCommitted to the Stepstone Academy vision and mission and the SA wayCollaboration - TeamworkCreatively collaborates through parent-teacher relations and interfaces with the school's educational support service specialist to ensure outcomes are aligned with the school's mission and culture and student successShares ideas and responsibilities with colleagues in order to benefit the wholeProvides and accepts support and encouragement from their colleaguesEager and open to receiving and offering nonjudgmental feedbackWorks towards the values, virtues, mission and success of the whole through a What-Ever-It-Takes attitudeCommitment & MotivationPersonally committed to using every moment of every day for instruction, academic and personal, in and out of the classroomPassionate about changing the way urban students are educatedDemonstrates inspiration , persistence, motivation, drive at exceptional levelsAble to support and follow through with Stepstone Academy's "no excuses" school and organizational cultureDemonstrates expert knowledge of and enthusiasm for academic subjects and projects this enthusiasm to studentsCommitted to modeling the virtues at all times with students, parent / guardians, colleagues and community contactsProfessional Growth and ResponsibilitiesWilling to examine oneself personally and professionallyExpects excellence from students, teachers and leadersPossesses an exceptional level of professionalism, intellectual curiosity, ambition and goal oriented driveEncourages students to grow as human beings and to develop academicallyExcitement to learn and grow as a teacher and a leader and continually works to improve ability to do bothHighly knowledgeable about content area theory and best practicesPossesses intellectual curiosity by keeping abreast of changes in their fieldsAs part of the What-Ever- It- Takes philosophy, Teachers will be expected to assist in areas outside their normal job duties with students outside their normal classroom in an effort to ensure the overall success of Stepstone Academy.May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events, specific projects, or program changesEmployee may be asked to complete related duties other than those indicated above as assigned by their supervisorPerformance RequirementsDriving may also include transportation of clients / studentsMust be available for crisis management by phone and work flexible hours in- and out-side of school setting including, but not limited to : planning, tutoring, extra-curricular activities, home visits, and eventsMust be able to clearly and confidentially communicate with OhioGuidestone employees, clients / students, and other stakeholdersMust be able to verbally exchange information in a confidential manner with clients / students and / or families in various settings regarding performance of client / studentMust be able to operate a computer and other position related technologiesMust maintain regular and reliable attendance to the satisfaction of managementMust work a minimum of 10 hours per month in part time, benefit ineligible status; a minimum of 20 hours per week in part time, benefit eligible status; and 37.5-40 hours per week in full time, benefit eligible statusPhysical Requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the timeMust be able to access clients homes in various conditions which may include ascending / descending stairsMust be able to constantly position self to an equal level in order to work with children and or clients of all agesMust be able to frequently move equipment weighing up to 15 pounds across OhioGuidestone locationsOccasionally works in outdoor weather conditionsMust be able to occasionally drive to varying work environments including agency office, school based, community based including homes in various communitiesWork is performed primarily in an office environment at various locations within the agency or may be community based servicesQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Special Education Required. Master's Degree in Education PreferredIntervention Specialist (K-12) Mild / Moderate or Intervention Specialist (PreK-3) Licensure RequiredValid driver's licenseProof of current auto insuranceAbility to take and pass a background check, physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screeningBenefits include : Free CEU trainingsCompetitive medical benefits including a zero-premium monthly option for employee or employee children!10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidaysFlexible work schedules to support work / life balanceFlexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations401(k) with employer match optionEmployment Assistance Program (EAP)Mileage reimbursementFree licensure supervisionRecognition and rewardsApplicants will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings. Stepstone Academy is committed to creating a more diverse community. We encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO / M / F / H / V At Stepstone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.We believe that fostering a workforce that reflects diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our organization. Embracing diversity not only promotes a culture of respect and belonging, but it also enhances creativity, innovation, and problem-solving, ultimately contributing to our collective success.
