Title: PreSchool Intervention Specialist

Reports to: Principal, Preschool Director and Director of Special Education

Job Objective: Plans, implements, and assesses student learning experiences. Helps students make appropriate choices and grow academically. Facilitates parental involvement.

Minimum Qualifications: 

If not currently a Preschool Intervention Specialist, candidate will obtain alternate IS license prior to employment. Candidate will obtain permanent IS license within 2 years https://education.ohio.gov/getattachment/Topics/Teaching/Licensure/Supplemental-License/Initial- Supplemental-License-Checklist.pdf

• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the
• Meets Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) requirements (for core academic subjects).
• Meets all mandated health screening
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school
• Adheres to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive
• Commitment to keep current with work skills essential to the objectives of the

Essential Functions:

The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• • Prepares the classroom or designated area for Teaches assigned classes.
  • Advances the district’s professional Maintains open/effective communications. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address and resolve questions/concerns.
  • Refers district policy interpretation inquiries to
  • Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and Organizes subject content and learning goals. Aligns lesson plans with state standards and district curriculum goals.
  • Evaluates academic needs of Develops effective educational experiences that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address student learning styles.
  • Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student
  • Helps parents/students understand program objectives and performance standards.
  • Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to manage student learning and monitor
  • Helps students identify and make use of supplemental instructional/media
  • Promotes cultural awareness, self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and creativity
  • Supports community participation in school-sponsored activities that enhance student
  • Maintains a positive learning Facilitates student learning activities that encourage collaboration and positive peer relationships.
  • Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student
  • Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress
  • Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, E-mail, written notes, meetings, ).
  • Consults with support personnel and families to address student concerns (e.g., academic difficulties, excessive absences, behavior mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
  • Requests a student evaluation when a disability is Assists with the Evaluation Team Report (ETR)s. Meets mandated paperwork time lines.
  • Uses evaluation data to prepare an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for classroom students meeting eligibility requirements.
  • Facilitates opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in an inclusive educational environment. Helps implement behavior management plans when required.
  • Proctors preschool screening assessment
  • Promotes the proper use and care of district Ensures that all materials are stored properly.
  • Works with staff/students to address equipment safety/security.
  • Prepares/maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on
  • Maintains the confidentiality of privileged
  • Upholds the student conduct Implements effective pupil management procedures. Provides appropriate student supervision.
  • Takes precautions to ensure Watches for conduct/situations that may indicate a problem.
  • Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
  • Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by
  • Supervises assigned non-classroom
  • Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
  • Pursues educational opportunities to enhance professional
  • Supports workplace initiatives that enhance personal productivity and advance district
  • Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for
  • Helps students understand and embrace ethical conduct and democratic
  • Maintains a professional Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
  • Provides prompt notification of delays or Ensures that student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.
  • Performs other specific job-related duties as

Abilities Required:The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performanceof assigned duties.

• • Anticipates time constraints. Manages tasks efficiently to meet
  • Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve
  • Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work/learning
  • Uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills
  • Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and
  • Interprets information accurately and initiates effective
  • Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is
  • Respects Manages individual and group interactions skillfully.
  • Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other

Working Conditions: Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must exercise caution and comply withstandard safety regulations and district procedures when involved in the following situations:

• • Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and
  • Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature
  • Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable
  • Interacting with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly
  • Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
  • Operating and/or riding in a
  • Traveling to meetings and work

Performance Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adoptedby the Graham Local School District Board of Education.

The Graham Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.