Preschool Intervention Specialist

The Clark County ESC is seeking a Preschool Intervention Specialist for the 2025-26 school year. 

Job Objectives:      Plans, implements, and evaluates student learning experiences designed to address a wide range of maturity and skill levels.  Helps students develop language, social, adaptive, cognitive, and motor skills. Encourages parental involvement.

Minimum Qualifications:          

 ·  Valid Ohio teacher’s license or certificate appropriate for the assignment.

 ·  Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, medical exam, etc.).

 ·  A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

 ·  Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.

  ·  Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:      The following duties are representative of performance expectations.  A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

 ·  Prepares the assigned classroom.  Requisitions supplies and equipment.  Promotes the proper use, care, and storage of supplies and equipment.

 ·  Teaches classes.  Documents teaching objectives.  Prepares and implements student IEPs.  Creates effective learning experiences.  Ensures that lesson plans align with state standards/guidelines.

 ·  Develops written lesson plans according to established procedures.  Provides prompt notification of absences.  Ensures that class lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

 ·  Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines and procedures.

 ·  Promotes a favorable image of the service center and participating school districts.  Supports community partnerships that enhance program services.

 ·  Complies with state model policies and procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability.  Works with staff to ensure that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment.

 ·  Facilitates the transition process for students entering or leaving the program.

 ·  Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.

 ·  Develops and maintains a positive learning environment. Stimulates student interest. Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives.

 ·  Identifies problems that may impede learning and/or the social integration of preschool students.  Helps identify families that may need intervention services.

 ·  Evaluates the needs of students based on all available information.  Plans student interventions.  Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles.

 ·  Collaborates with staff to implement behavior improvement plans.  Counsels students to acknowledge and manage responsible personal conduct.

 ·  Provides guidance, communicates expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress.  Facilitates critical-thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills.

 ·  Teaches students how to plan ahead, care about other people’s feelings, and make appropriate decisions.

 ·  Provides families information about how to reinforce skills learned at school.

 ·  Collaborates with other teachers.  Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.

 ·  Promotes the effective use of available technology in records management and program activities.

·  Closely monitors student use of supplies and equipment. Follows standard sanitation procedures to maintain a clean program environment.

 ·  Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., access and proximity to activities, use of adaptive equipment, etc.).

·  Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.

 ·  Respects personal privacy.  Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

 ·  Evaluates student achievement/performance and prepares periodic progress reports.  Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, messages, meetings, etc.).

 ·  Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).

 ·  Takes precautions to ensure safety.  Watches for problem situations.  Works with supervisors and other staff to eliminate unacceptable conditions and/or behaviors.

·  Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.

 ·  Makes a referral for student assistance/intervention when a need is indicated.  Participates as a member of the MFE team.  Meets mandated deadlines for required paperwork.  Works with team members to reach a consensus on a plan for students requiring assistance.

·  Helps prepare and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for classroom students meeting eligibility requirements.

 ·  Promotes a full range of educational options. Helps staff resolve problems related to the participation of students with disabilities in appropriate peer group activities.

 ·  Works with community services associated with students’ programs (e.g., court systems, law enforcement, health care facilities, child welfare services, etc.).

 ·  Schedules home visits when necessary to support program goals.

 ·  Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned.

·  Participates in conferences and other required program activities as directed.

·  Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities directed.

 ·  Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.

·  Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities  Required:   The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

 ·  Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.

 ·  Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.

 ·  Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.

 ·  Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.

 ·  Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.

 ·  Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.

 ·  Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.

 ·  Exercises tact and self-control when dealing with other individuals.

 ·  Completes paperwork accurately.  Verifies and correctly enters data.

 ·  Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Supervisory Responsibility: Under the direction of the director of pupil personnel services: plans work assignments, provides instructions, and monitors assigned staff.  Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties.

Working Conditions: Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.

·  Duties may require bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.

·  Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.

 ·  Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.

 ·  Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.

 ·  Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

 ·  Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.

·  Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.

·  Duties may require working extended hours.

 ·  Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.

 ·  Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.

 ·  Potential for exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.

 ·  Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.

·  Potential for interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.

Performance Evaluation:       Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the Clark County Educational Service Center Governing Board.

                              The Clark County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability.  This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.