Middle School Counselor

About the Employer

Middle School Intervention Specialist

Job Summary

The Middle School Intervention Specialist (grades 6-8) 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.

Certificate and License

State of Ohio Intervention Specialist License

Residency Requirement

Prefer Ohio residents. Will consider applicants from a surrounding state (Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana) within one hundred miles from the Ohio border.

Travel Requirements

Must be able to meet travel requirements and be willing and able to obtain Ohio certification.

Start Date

August 2026

Company Overview

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.

Job Description

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!

Mission Statement

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.

Job Requirements

Full-Time Remote 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.

Essential Functions

Modify and/or adapt the K12 curriculum in alignment with the state's content standards to meet the unique needs of each student. Writes and maintains compliant IEPs for students identified with special needs. Collaborates with general education teachers to meet the goals of the student. Educate parents on various instructional strategies. Prepare appropriate documentation. Coordinate and facilitate IEP meetings. Proctor achievement and other required testing to students, including alternative assessments if required. Collaborates with related services team to ensure IEP goals are developed and monitored.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

State of Ohio Intervention Specialist License Bachelor's degree and equivalent combination of education and experience Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); web proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 1 year classroom experience Master's degree with an emphasis in special education 3 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.

Noise Level

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 CW

Note

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Compliance with Affirmative Action Obligations

Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.