Oakstone Community School - Columbus, OH
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Oakstone Community School (OCS) is dedicated to promoting the education of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) through an innovative and individualized program. The school focuses on empirically-based curriculum, instructional strategies, and behavior techniques that enable students to develop essential academic precursor and self-management skills. In addition to academics, the school provides related services and fine arts, aiming to reduce the impact of core deficits in students. OCS fosters a collaborative learning environment where students learn to respect themselves and others, all while gaining academic competency and developing personal responsibility. As a small public school located in Columbus, OH, OCS serves a unique population of students with varying academic ability levels. The school emphasizes the importance of a strong parent-teacher partnership and encourages high levels of parent involvement in all aspects of the educational process. The ideal candidate for the Intervention Specialist position will be a dedicated professional who excels in engaging and interactive teaching methods, particularly in one-on-one communication. The role requires a licensed educator in the State of Ohio who can effectively work under pressure, quickly assess student concerns, and help students grasp challenging topics. The position is characterized by specialized school settings, small class sizes, and a team teaching environment. The school is looking for a passionate educator with an Intervention Specialist License in Mild/Moderate, with preference given to those holding dual licenses. Candidates should possess differentiation skills to work with students of varying ability levels and a strong passion for supporting students with disabilities and those performing below grade level. Additionally, the educator should be comfortable delegating tasks to team members, including teacher aides and other content lead teachers, and have a solid understanding of science content for middle and high school levels, including physical science, biology, chemistry, and earth/space science.