Intervention Specialist

 Intervention Specialist

Looking for a higher calling? Romero Academies is seeking a passionate, mission-driven intervention specialist  to join the team at Romero Academy at Annunciation in Clifton. 

About Romero Academies.

Romero Academies is a Catholic school network located in Cincinnati, Ohio, operated by Seton Education Partners. Romero Academies invests in its students and staff both academically and financially via weekly coaching meetings, frequent professional development, and competitive compensation. Inspired by the words of St. Oscar Romero, our students will “aspire not to have more, but to be more,” and develop the virtue, knowledge, and academic skills necessary to thrive in a selective college preparatory high school, college, and beyond. 

Romero Academies has two locations. In the Fall of 2020, we began managing Resurrection School in Price Hill as Romero Academy at Resurrection. In Fall 2023, we opened our second campus at Annunciation School in Clifton. What started as an idea has turned into a high-performing, joy-filled Catholic school, filled with scholars of diverse backgrounds and needs who began to outperform their neighborhood, city, and state peers on national assessments. We are blessed to serve hundreds of amazing scholars across our two campuses.

About this Position

Supervised by the Principal, the intervention specialist will provide specially designed instruction to the students on the Jon Peterson and Autism Scholarships in 2nd - 8th grade. This individual will work collaboratively with teachers and service providers to develop objective, measurable goals and determine appropriate accommodations for students' individualized education programs. The intervention specialist plays a unique role as a collaborator with teachers on various teams, as a family liaison, and as a small group and individual instructor of students with varying learning needs. This role supports every child in the grades they serve and fosters deep connections with their colleagues and students. Successful Learning Specialists consistently help students achieve academically and socially by collecting, analyzing, and implementing data-based strategies for the students on their caseload, as well as students that have been identified as needing additional support. The Intervention Specialist must have a valid special education license in the state of Ohio.

The primary responsibilities of an intervention specialist include:

• Provide specially designed and/or supplemental instruction to support students with disabilities in the general education classroom
• Creating and maintaining a learning environment where every scholar feels safe, loved, and inspired to learn and grow.
• Supporting a school culture focused on faith, academic achievement, and character development.

Romero Academies' teachers must possess a commitment to partner with families, a dedication to serve all students, and a desire to seek and implement feedback and grow professionally. 

Main Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed and/or supplemental instruction to support students with disabilities in the general education classroom
• Collaborate with general education teachers to design flexible services, promoting inclusion and utilizing combined expertise
• Use push-in or pull-out service models for direct and indirect services, targeting instruction for improved sensory perceptual motor skills, language, cognition, and memory
• Develop, modify, and implement curriculum and assessments aligned with IEP and/or 504 plans
• Lead Intervention Assistance Team (IAT) meetings to assess student needs, collaborate with colleagues, develop comprehensive intervention plans, and manage the implementation of intervention, ensuring alignment with the school's goals and standards
• Actively engage students in rigorous, standards-aligned learning experiences
• Drive academic outcomes through data analysis, differentiated instruction, and support for diverse learner needs
• Plan, prepare, and implement lesson plans using various instructional strategies, differentiating for diverse student needs
• Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication to enhance student engagement
• Lead IEP meetings, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements
• Assess student progress regularly and maintain accurate records for grading, progress monitoring, and communication
• Collaborate with colleagues, engage in professional learning opportunities, and actively participate in staff orientation and training
• Foster positive relationships with families, providing weekly communication touch points and involving them in learning
• Commit to reflective practice, responsiveness to feedback, and continuous professional growth
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Desired Characteristics

Candidates for the position must possess the following personal characteristics:

• A loving respect for all people, in recognition of each person’s God-given dignity
• A desire to participate in ongoing faith formation and Christian fellowship opportunities 
• A demonstrated commitment to service in urban and/or low-income settings
• Unassailable integrity and commitment to the school’s mission and vision
• A strong belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence
• An unwavering determination to be better today than you were yesterday
• Proven ability to effectively support, collaborate, and partner with a variety of personalities and working styles and an openness and generosity of spirit in navigating differences
• Grit, faith, hope, love, and a sense of humor

The ideal candidate will bring experience, skills, and beliefs in the following areas:

• Bachelor's Degree and licensure in Special Education (Intervention Specialist) 
• Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license. 
• Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills. 
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally underserved students
• Living as a faith-filled individual who understands and honors the teachings of the Catholic Church and is passionate about sharing the Catholic faith
• The ability to be flexible in a fast-paced school environment that is responsive to students’ needs.

Compensation

We offer a highly competitive compensation package with teaching salaries starting at $58,000. All full-time staff are offered medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits. 

Diversity & Inclusivity 

We are building an organization in which talented individuals from all walks of life and experiences can join our team and make significant contributions. We are particularly committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences or backgrounds of the students we will serve.