05/28/2026
Come join our preschool team!
In coordination with Noble Local Schools, the East Central Ohio ESC is seeking an Early Childhood Intervention Specialist for the 2026-27 school year. This position will be responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating student learning experiences that address a wide range of maturity and skill levels. The Intervention Specialist will assess levels and needs of students and will participate in the development of the Individual Education Plan in accordance with applicable sections of the Ohio Administrative Code
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Education
Valid Ohio license or permit appropriate for the assignment – Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Intensive teaching field
Previous experience working with students with developmental disabilities and/or emotional and behavioral disorders is preferred
Record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment
Responsibilities:
Develops written lesson plans and teaches scheduled classes; documents teaching performance objectives according to district guidelines
Plans and implements instructional programs and ensures lesson plans align with adopted courses of study and are consistent with IEPs
Makes teaching materials, class lists and classroom procedures readily available for substitutes
Creates effective learning experiences for all students through instruction and use of learning materials and equipment; uses relevant technology to support instruction
Carries out assigned duties related to the general welfare of the students (e.g., safety precautions, self-help needs, positioning, feeding, assisting students on/off transportation vehicles, etc.) including the lifting of students and equipment
Provides parents/families/caregivers with educational guidance including information/strategies to reinforce skills learned in school
Identifies problems that may impede learning and/or the social integration of students; helps identify families that may need intervention services
Facilitates the transition process for students entering or leaving the preschool program
Implements effective pupil management by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
Monitors the progress of individual students and evaluates the needs of students based on all available information
Participates as an interdisciplinary team member in making recommendations for educational program goals, instructional objectives and methods of instruction in the IEPs of assigned students
Makes referrals for student assistance/intervention when a need is identified; meets mandated deadlines for required paperwork and works with team members to develop a plan
Helps prepare and implement IEPs for students meeting eligibility requirements
Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles; facilitates use of critical thinking, problem solving and creativity skills
Collaborate with other teachers to share knowledge and resources that enhance student learning
Maintains accurate and complete records of student progress and development; updates all necessary information accurately and completely as required by law and district policies
Prepares the classroom (physical or remote) and requisitions supplies as needed
Evaluates student achievement/performance and assigns grades; prepares progress reports and consults with parents as needed
Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (i.e., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, etc.)
Works with supervisors and staff to eliminate unacceptable or unsafe conditions or behaviors and provides direction and training to assigned classroom assistants or student aides
Participates in conferences, staff meeting and professional growth opportunities as directed
Performs other job-related duties as require
Interested candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest to Nanette McFadden, Executive Director of Human Resources, via email – [email protected].
