What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education/ Intervention Specialist position at HORIZON SCIENCE ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?
Horizon Science Academy Primary School is seeking a Special Education Teacher/Intervention Specialist to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year who is committed to educational success for all students. Apply now to join this highly diverse student and teacher community to create a dynamic school culture of high expectations and motivation in a small and safe learning environment.
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Essential Functions
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Interact frequently and respectfully with students and adults
Skills:
- Attention to detail
- Receptive to feedback and desire to grow professionally
- Has the work ethic and desire to go above and beyond
- Highly organized
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid OH Intervention Specialist License or in the program to receive one
- Experience working with school aged students.
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation packages are competitive and commensurate with experience. Horizon Science Academy offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision, life and disability coverage. Employees participate in Ohio STRS (state retirement system). Tuition Reimbursement available up to 3K per year.
Horizon Science Academy Primary is a charter school on Morse Road for students in K-2nd.
Job Types: Contract, Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000