Intervention Specialist – Multiple Disabilities (Specialized Skills Unit)

Position Title: Intervention Specialist – Multiple Disabilities (Specialized Skills Unit)
Location: Buckeye Valley High School 
Reports To: Building Principal and Director of Special Education
Employment Status: Certified Staff
Contract: In accordance with the negotiated agreement
Salary: Per adopted salary schedule

Position Summary

The Intervention Specialist – Multiple Disabilities (Specialized Skills Unit) provides specialized instruction and support to students with significant cognitive, physical, behavioral, communication, and/or medical needs. The teacher develops and implements individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to support academic, functional, social-emotional, communication, and daily living skills while fostering student independence and inclusion whenever appropriate.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio Intervention Specialist License with Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Intensive credentials appropriate for assignment  
• Multiple Disabilities endorsement preferred or willingness to obtain
• Knowledge of special education laws, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Experience working with students with significant disabilities preferred
• CPI, de-escalation, or behavior intervention training preferred
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and related service providers 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations  
• Provide direct specialized instruction aligned to student goals and Ohio Learning Standards
• Adapt curriculum, instructional methods, and classroom materials to meet individual student needs
• Implement behavior intervention plans and positive behavioral supports
• Support students with communication, social, emotional, motor, adaptive, and daily living skills
• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, school psychologists, and related service providers
• Supervise and direct paraprofessional staff assigned to the Specialized Skills Unit
• Utilize assistive technology and specialized instructional strategies as appropriate
• Maintain accurate student records, progress monitoring data, Medicaid documentation, and compliance paperwork
• Participate in IEP meetings, evaluation team reports, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary meetings
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment
• Assist students with personal care needs as required by student IEPs
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and needs
• Participate in professional development and district training opportunities
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administration 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of differentiated instruction and specially designed instruction
• Ability to manage and support diverse behavioral and learning needs
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism  
• Knowledge of assistive technology, AAC devices, and adaptive equipment preferred
• Ability to physically assist students as needed for safety, mobility, and daily care 

Working Conditions

• Classroom setting with students requiring varying levels of academic, behavioral, medical, and physical support
• May require lifting, positioning, or assisting students with mobility and personal care needs
• Exposure to student behaviors that may require physical intervention training 

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy, Ohio law, and district administrative procedures.