Virtual Intervention Specialist

About the Team  

OHDELA (Ohio Distance and Electronic Learning Academy) is a tuition-free, K-12 online school dedicated to transforming education through a state-of-the-art virtual experience. We offer a flexible, standards-aligned curriculum delivered by highly qualified teachers, providing 24/7 access to learning. As a premier online academy, we tailor our instruction to meet the unique needs of every student—from advanced learners to those seeking a safe, bully-free environment.

We are seeking Intervention Specialists who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods.

The Intervention Specialist supports the educational and behavioral goals of all students with a focus on students with an Individualized Education Program. 

Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.  

Eligibility: Open to residents of Ohio 

About the Opportunity  

Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general education curricular as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments 

Conduct diagnostic assessments for instruction 

Conduct functional behavior assessments 

Write and implement behavior improvement plans 

Facilitate IEP Meetings and write IEP goals and objectives 

Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific achievement goals 

Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction 

Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues 

Serve as advisor for a designated set of students 

Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child 

Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips 

Perform other duties as assigned 

  About You  

Current Ohio Intervention Specialist License 

Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards 

Experience working in a full room inclusion type model or Co-Teaching in a Resource Room model     

High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring 

High quality written and verbal communication skills 

High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook 

Excellent organization and time management skills 

Ability to work independently and contribute to a team 

Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks (FBI/BCI) 

Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred 

About Us  

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder 

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities. 

We offer the following benefits: 

Compensation and Benefits:  The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

The annual starting salary for this position is between $48,000 – $52,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Life benefits – time & peace of mind  

Paid time off 

Retirement contributions 

Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance 

Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) 

Discounted childcare at  Early Learning Academies  locations 

Health benefits – stay well & thrive  

Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

Employee Assistance Program 

Voluntary short-term disability insurance 

Voluntary long-term disability insurance 

Career benefits – keep growing  

Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY  

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.