Job Description

The non-negotiable salary for this position is $42,000 plus the opportunity to earn an annual performance bonus through the school.

Will consider applicants from a surrounding state to Ohio within 100 miles from the Ohio border. Applicant must be able to meet travel requirements and be willing and able to obtain Ohio Certification.

This is for an Immediate Start within SY 24/25.

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.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Ohio Virtual Academy (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!

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.

The Intervention Specialist in Grades 3-5 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 the K12 curriculum in alignment with the state’s content standards to meet the unique needs of each student
• Writes and maintains compliant IEPs for students identified with special needs
• Collaborates with general education teachers to meet the goals of the student
• Educate parents on various instructional strategies
• Prepare appropriate documentation
• Coordinate and facilitate IEP meetings
• Proctor achievement and other required testing to students including alternative assessments if required
• Collaborates with related services team to ensure IEP goals are developed and monitored
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Organizational skills, multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Flexible schedule; Ability to travel as needed, up to 20% of the time
• Ability to pass required background check

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• State of Ohio Intervention Specialist License
• Bachelor Degree AND
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year classroom experience
• Master’s Degree with an emphasis in Special Education
• 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.

• The noise level in the home office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic, household appliances, and household distractions).
• 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.

Job Type

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.