Intervention Specialist (Grades 4 to 8) Long-term Substitute
Full Time • Toledo, OH
Position Opening: Intervention Specialist 4th - 8th grades, Long-term Sub
Type: Full-time Faculty
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Start Date: Immediate opening to finish the 2025 school year
Maumee Valley Country Day School, a prestigious independent school known for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development, is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Intervention Specialist to join our dedicated team. The Intervention Specialist will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and parents to support students in grades 4-8 with diverse learning needs, ensuring they have the necessary resources to thrive academically and personally in a challenging and supportive environment. A good candidate has experience working with middle school-aged students, providing targeted interventions for students with diverse learning needs, and collaborating with teachers and families to ensure academic success.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of educational psychology, individualized instruction, and evidence-based interventions. They will demonstrate a commitment to fostering a growth mindset and will support students in developing self-advocacy skills, resilience, and a love of learning.
This position reports to the Director of Student Support Services and collaborates closely with the academic faculty, counselors, and school leadership team. As a full-time employee, the position offers all benefits afforded to full-time employees, including but not limited to comprehensive health benefits, robust paid time off, paid life insurance, tuition remission, and professional development.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide direct instructional support to students in grades 4th through 8th who require additional academic assistance.
- Implement individualized education plans (IEPs), ensuring accommodations are met and modifications are properly implemented.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to differentiate instruction and create effective learning environments for all students.
- Collaborate with school psychologist, school counselor, and Division Heads to organize student support meetings and monitor the progress of students receiving services.
- Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting interventions and strategies as needed.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and interventions.
- Actively engage in professional development to enhance personal and professional growth, particularly in the areas of learning differences and educational equity.
- Participate in the school’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to foster an inclusive learning environment.
- Attend Student Support Department meetings to collaborate and ensure consistency of support measures across all divisions.
- Works independently with minimal supervision while contributing as an active member of a collaborative team.
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Skills and Competencies
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Strong understanding of differentiated instruction and evidence-based interventions.
- Ability to design and implement individualized academic support plans.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Knowledge of learning differences, special education laws, and IEP plan requirements.
- Flexibility and creativity in adapting teaching methods and strategies.
- Ability to work independently while also being an effective team player.
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Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Credentials
Required:
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Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field.
- Ohio Teaching License or Certification in Special Education (grades 4-8).
Desired:
- Master’s degree, Special Education Early Intervention Specialist license, Orton-Gillingham certification or Reading Specialist endorsement, Math endorsement
- Experience with 4th-8th grade students and special education support.
- Three years of experience serving students with learning differences, designing accommodations, training faculty, interpreting psychoeducational testing.
- Three years of teaching or comparable experience in education.
Faculty:
Must be willing and able to secure an Ohio Permanent Non-Tax certificate or Professional Teaching license. The school will support you in obtaining this once hired. However, it must be secured within the first six months of employment for compliance purposes.
Background Check:
All Maumee Valley employees and volunteers must agree to a comprehensive background check and confidentiality agreement.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, veteran status, ancestry, or citizenship, in accordance with applicable laws. In addition, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We value a diverse workforce.
Any employee who believes they have been discriminated against may discuss this with their supervisor or the Head of School.
Our Philosophy of Teaching and Learning:
As Maumee Valley Country Day School celebrates the 140th anniversary of its founding, it remains the preeminent educational institution in northwest Ohio. It is the only accredited, coeducational, nonreligious, and independent school in the area and attracts families from northwest Ohio, southeast Michigan, and nations worldwide. Enrollment is about 470 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th Grade. We prepare students for global citizenship and admission to prestigious universities. We are known for outstanding academics, high test scores, a beautiful campus, unrivaled opportunities for study abroad, hands-on learning, and personal bonds between students and teachers.
At Maumee Valley, children dream, explore, and cultivate their passions and strengths. Our faculty and staff do the same. We are more than a school and more than a group of people: We are a community of lifelong learners who inspire joy. As the only PreK-12 independent school in northwest Ohio, we support an accomplished and diverse student body within a progressive academic program.
A Maumee Valley education is Personal, Experiential, and Global. A journey of discovery and action defines each child’s learning experience. Through an intentionally crafted curriculum, including active lessons and serendipitous explorations, a Maumee Valley education launches children toward the investigation of the world. It helps them find their place in it. With our students at the center of our decision-making, we aspire to seek understanding, grow in our compassion and empathy, and adapt to the ever-changing world our students will one day lead.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Maumee Valley Country Day School cultivates an inclusive community of intellectual excellence where learners creatively explore their passions and boldly inspire positive change in the world. We are always seeking remarkable faculty and staff who seek a challenge within a community of learners.
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