Intervention Specialist (Grades 7–12) & Special Education Coordinator

Employer: The Arts & College Preparatory Academy (ACPA) (Columbus, OH)

Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Contract

Reports To: Director of Student Services / Principal

Job Summary

The Arts & College Preparatory Academy (ACPA) is an arts-focused, independent public charter

school in Columbus, Ohio, serving a diverse student population in grades 7 through 12. This

unique 12-month hybrid position balances student-facing instructional support with critical

administrative leadership. For the 9 months of the academic school year, the individual serves

primarily as an Intervention Specialist, delivering specialized instruction, scaffolding academic

and emotional growth, and managing a 7-12 grade caseload. During the summer months, the

role transitions into the Special Education Coordinator, taking ownership of department-wide

compliance audits, Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) data prep, and

Extended School Year (ESY) management. Throughout the year, the individual may be the

District Representative for ETR & IEP meetings.

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Phase 1: Academic Year - Intervention Specialist (Grades 7-12)

During the standard school year, the focus is on direct student support within ACPA''s inclusive,

creative, and safe learning environment.

? Instructional Support & Differentiation: Modify, scaffold, and deliver core middle and high

school curriculum lessons to meet the diverse needs of students with mild-to-moderate

disabilities.

? IEP Case Management: Write, update, and manage Individualized Education Programs

(IEPs) in total compliance with state and federal regulations. Convene and lead annual

IEP team meetings with families, specialists, and administrators.

? Collaborative Co-Teaching: Collaborate closely with ACPA's classroom teachers,

counseling team, and arts faculty to ensure accommodations and modifications are

seamlessly integrated into both academic and arts classes.

? Transition Planning: Work with high school students (grades 9-12) to formulate

measurable post-secondary goals and comprehensive transition plans that align with

Ohio's graduation pathways and graduation seals.

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Phase 2: Summer Months - Special Education Coordinator

During the summer term, the focus shifts to systemic administrative oversight, strategic

department preparation, and compliance auditing.

? State Compliance Audits: Conduct comprehensive year-end file audits of all student

records and IEPs to ensure absolute alignment with state Operating Standards and

IDEA regulations before autumn EMIS reporting deadlines.

? ESY Program Oversight: Coordinate and supervise ACPA''s Extended School Year

(ESY) services, which includes managing staff, tracking student progress data, and

coordinating logistical details.

? Roster Balancing & Resource Allocation: Balance caseload assignments for the

incoming school year, audit incoming student records from transferring districts, and

procure adaptive curriculum software, testing materials, or assistive technology.

? Staff Onboarding & Training: Develop compliance manuals and onboarding guides for

new special education faculty, leading professional development sessions during August

pre-service weeks.

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Compensation & 12-Month Structure

? Salary Range: Anticipated salary ranges between $60,000 - $80,000 per year, fully

annualized across a 12-month pay structure.

? Benefits: Includes comprehensive healthcare options, retirement contributions through

the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), and paid time off distributed

through scheduled school calendar breaks.

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Position Requirements & Qualifications

? Education: Bachelor's Degree in Special Education required (Master's Degree in

Educational Leadership or Special Education Administration is a plus).

? Licensure: Must hold a valid, current Ohio Resident Educator or Professional Educator

License as an Intervention Specialist (Mild/Moderate, Grades 7-12).

? Experience: Minimum of 3 years of successful classroom experience as an Intervention

Specialist at the secondary level. Prior experience with Ohio compliance software, IEP

tracking platforms, or coordination roles is strongly preferred.

? Cultural Alignment: Strong commitment to working within a highly diverse, collaborative,

and student-centered environment that champions creative expression and

social-emotional growth.