Job Description

The non-negotiable salary for this position is $42,000 plus the opportunity to earn an annual performance bonus through the school.

Will consider applicants from a surrounding state to Ohio within 100 miles from the Ohio border. Applicant must be able to meet travel requirements and be willing and able to obtain Ohio Certification.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

The Intervention Specialist works with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional and physical disabilities to ensure that lessons and teaching strategies meet the students’ needs, teach independent living skills, and provide appropriate literacy, communication, and math skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Modify and/or adapt the K12 curriculum in alignment with the state’s content standards to meet the unique needs of each studentWrites and maintains compliant IEPs for students identified with special needsCollaborates with general education teachers to meet the goals of the studentEducate parents on various instructional strategiesPrepare appropriate documentationCoordinate and facilitate IEP meetingsProctor achievement and other required testing to students including alternative assessments if requiredCollaborates with related services team to ensure IEP goals are developed and monitoredStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong presentation skillsOrganizational skills, multi-tasking abilitiesAbility to work without direct supervisionFlexible schedule; Ability to travel as needed, up to 20% of the timeAbility to pass required background check

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

State of Ohio Intervention Specialist LicenseBachelor Degree ANDEquivalent combination of education and experienceMicrosoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 1 year classroom experienceMaster’s Degree with an emphasis in Special Education3 or more years of classroom experience in Special Education

WORK ENVIRONMENT: These work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the home office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic, household appliances, and household distractions).The noise level at meeting locations throughout the state are typically moderate and should not vary much from what is experienced in the home office.

Job Type

Board Employee

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)