Intervention Specialist – SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE – Full-Time (SY 2026 – 2027)
Date Posted: 08/01/2026
Location: Abraxas School of Ohio, Shelby / Mid-Ohio ESC
Date Available: Until Filled
Reports To: Principal of Abraxas School of Ohio
Employment Status: Determined by the Principal of Abraxas School of Ohio
FLSA: Exempt
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provide special education instruction and support to middle/high school students of various ages within a residential treatment facility.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Must hold at least a bachelor’s degree
Must hold a valid Ohio teaching certificate/license
License as issued by Ohio Department of Education
Must hold Intervention Specialist requirements
Valid driver’s license
Successfully pass BCI/FBI background checks
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/SKILLS
Developing and maintaining current Individualized Education Plans and progress monitoring in accordance with Ohio Operating Standards for the Education of Children with Disabilities
Delivering direct instruction in accordance with Ohio’s Learning Standards, Extended Standards, and IEP goals and objectives
Collaborating with general education teachers to insure implementation of FAPE for students with special needs including: Delivery of instruction in accordance with IEP goals, objectives, accommodations, assistive technology, and support for school personnel; Insuring that services are delivered in the least restrictive environment; and Monitoring progress to insure meaningful benefit from specially designed instruction and services.
Compliance with procedural safeguards (Prior Written Notice, parental notifications, timelines, etc.) as outlined in Ohio Operating Standards for the Education of Children with Disabilities
Coordinating documentation and data collection with school psychologist for re-evaluations to determine continued eligibility for special education services
Notifying special education coordinator/district representative of need for amendments due to progress indicators or changes in services
Notifying special education coordinator/district representative of changes in residence, custody, etc.
Collaborating with district of residence representatives to coordinate services for students accessing state special needs scholarships
Shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout employment at Mid-Ohio ESC
Complete other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The purposes of supervision are to improve and maintain the behavior-analytic, professional, and ethical repertoire of the faculty and facilitate the delivery of high-quality behavior-analytic services. Effective behavior-analytic supervision includes:
Development of performance expectations
Observation, behavioral skills training, and delivery of performance feedback
Modeling technical, professional, and ethical behavior
Guiding behavioral case conceptualization, problem-solving, and decision-making repertoire
Review of written materials (e.g., behavior programs, datasheets, reports)
Oversight and evaluation of the effects of behavioral service delivery
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Possesses a high level of professional and ethical standards
Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct
Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment
Effectively uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual
Organizes tasks and manages time effectively
Meets deadlines despite time constraints
Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals
Wears work attire appropriate for the position
Accepts responsibility
Exhibits a positive outlook
Takes initiative
Exhibits a service mentality and is responsive to internal and external client requests for service
Good Communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work well with others and maintain confidentiality
Participates in professional development that relates to the position
Operate standard office equipment including computers, word processing, spreadsheets and communication software
Seeks to be a leader in technology integration
WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Adjust work hours necessary to complete duties
Occasional exposure to blood and bodily fluids
Reliable transportation, occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
Occasional interaction among unruly students/adults, including the need to intervene physically in crisis prevention
Regular interaction with students and staff
Physical abilities include stooping, standing, squatting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling, standing, walking, sitting for extended periods, operating a computer, talking/hearing, near and far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision required and occasionally to reach with hands and arms
Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment (up to 25 pounds), but not for sustained periods
Operate standard office equipment including computers, copy machines, communication software, Microsoft Word and Excel and Google Docs / Sheets
This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated according to Mid-Ohio ESC board policy. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor, appointing authority or designee.
The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact us to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.