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Job Description
Intervention Specialist Multiple Disabilities (Specialized Skills Unit)
Buckeye Valley Local Schools
Buckeye Valley High School - Delaware, Ohio Job Details
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.
