Middle School Intervention Specialist
About the Employer
Jr.113567 Middle School Intervention Specialist - OHVA
Job Description
Certificate and License: State of Ohio Intervention Specialist License
Residency Requirement: Prefer Ohio residents.
Will consider applicants from a surrounding state to Ohio within one hundred miles from the Ohio border.
Border states include Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana.
Applicants must be able to meet travel requirements and be willing and able to obtain Ohio certification.
Start Date
August 2026
About K12
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.
We want you to be a part of our talented team!
About Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA)
The mission of 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!
Job Summary
This is a 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.
Job Responsibilities
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.
Essential Functions
Modify and/or Adapt Curriculum
Modify and/or adapt the K12 curriculum in alignment with the state's content standards to meet the unique needs of each student.
Write and Maintain IEPs
Writes and maintains compliant IEPs for students identified with special needs.
Collaborate with General Education Teachers
Collaborates with general education teachers to meet the goals of the student.
Educate Parents
Educate parents on various instructional strategies.
Prepare Documentation
Prepare appropriate documentation.
Coordinate and Facilitate IEP Meetings
Coordinate and facilitate IEP meetings.
Proctor Testing
Proctor achievement and other required testing to students including alternative assessments if required.
Collaborate with Related Services Team
Collaborates with related services team to ensure IEP goals are developed and monitored.
Required Qualifications
State of Ohio Intervention Specialist License
State of Ohio intervention specialist license.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree and equivalent combination of education and experience.
Software Proficiency
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); web proficiency.
Preferred Qualifications
Classroom Experience
Minimum 1 year classroom experience.
Master's Degree
Master's degree with an emphasis in special education.
Special Education Experience
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.
Home Office Environment
The noise level in the home office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic, household appliances, and household distractions).
Meeting Locations
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.