1st Grade Intervention Specialist *2025-26 School Year* at Julie Billiart Network

Akron, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Differentiating Education, Executive Functioning Strategies, Social Strategies, Behavioral Strategies, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Teamwork, Parent Communication, Flexible Thinking, Data Collection, Excel Management

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description Job Title/Department: 1st Grade Intervention Specialist *2025-2026 School Year Employee Classification: Salaried, Exempt / Full-Time Employee Reports To: Principal, Brecksville Julie Billiart Schools is a network of schools serving children in grades K-8 with special learning challenges. Currently there are campuses in Akron, Lyndhurst, Westlake and Brecksville that offer unique learning environments for students with autism, ADD/ADHD, dyslexia and social learning challenges. We are Catholic, non-public schools that respect diverse faith traditions. The Intervention Specialist is responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual and psychological growth. This person is responsible for organizing and implementing an instructional program that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with Julie Billiart Schools and the Diocese of Cleveland policies. The intervention specialist is expected to work cooperatively in a co-teach model, which consist of two intervention specialists as lead teachers of the classroom. Required Education and Certifications Must have obtained a valid Ohio Intervention Specialist License or in full process of obtaining. Minimum of bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, or related field 2 + years working with students with ADHD, Autism, or other learning challenges Job Responsibilities The following is a list of primary duties and responsibilities. Other duties to be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations can be made to employees with qualified disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the job, so long as there is no undue hardship created upon the organization or other employees within the organization. Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences, using a variety of learning materials and resources. Develop schemes of work and lesson plans. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Prepare classroom for class activities. Identify and select different instructional resources and methods, including the use of relevant technology, to meet students varying needs and to support instruction. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment. Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development. Assign and provide appropriate feedback on students submitted assignments. Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. Prepare required reports on students and activities, and communicate necessary information regularly to relevant stakeholders. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school. Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary. Participate in level, school and parent meetings. Attend professional development meetings as required by the Principal. Write professional development goals as required by the LPDC. Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities. Write IEPs, IEP Progress Reports, and Service Plans as required by state law. Other duties as needed. Requirements Required Qualifications and Skillsets Skilled in differentiating education Experience providing strategies for improved executive functioning Ability to implement social and behavioral strategies for teens Excellent skills in both verbal and written communication Ability to work both independently or within a team Proficient at communicating with parents and colleagues Flexible thinker able to make adjustments in the moment Enthusiastic, driven, and independent Experience with educational data collection and excel data management Physical Requirements 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak, stand, talk, walk, sit, see, and hear (corrected or uncorrected). The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Supervision Received Reports to and is evaluated by the Principal. Direct Reports None. Conclusion This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, qualifications or physical demands associated with the position. All candidates must disclose to Julie Billiart Schools, Human Resources Department if they are subject of an open investigation of a report of professional misconduct made to the Ohio Department of Education, Office of Professional Conduct. Julie Billiart Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Julie Billiart Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment

Responsibilities

The Intervention Specialist is responsible for creating an educational atmosphere that fosters students' intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth. This role includes planning and delivering instructional activities, monitoring student performance, and maintaining accurate records of student progress.