Intervention Specialist

At Ability Matters, our Education team partners with schools and families to design personalized, inclusive educational programs for students with disabilities. As a Licensed Intervention Specialist / Special Education Teacher, you will lead educational programming while supervising and supporting a team of Instructional Assistants and Paraprofessionals to ensure high-quality, student-centered instruction.

This role is more than teaching. It is about leadership, advocacy, and creating meaningful outcomes for students and their families.

Ability Matters is a mission driven, high-end agency dedicated to supporting people with autism and other neurological disabilities through education, housing, intervention and day services support.

• Supporting over 160 families

• A team of 330+ professionals

• 191% growth over the last 5 years

• Twice recognized by the Better Business Bureau for Ethics

• Awarded the Diversity in Business Award

• Awarded the SMART 50 for Innovation

We support our educators because empowered teams create empowered students.

• Competitive Compensation and Full Benefits: Salary based on licensure and experience, with medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k).
• Professional Growth and Development: Paid training, continuing education, and opportunities for advancement.
• Collaborative and Mission-Focused Culture: Work alongside professionals who value inclusion, teamwork, and excellence.
• Unique Learning Experiences: Opportunities for national and international travel through our nonprofit programs.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Your leadership directly impacts student outcomes and future opportunities.

• Lead and Support Educational Staff: Supervise and mentor Instructional Assistants and Paraprofessionals to maintain consistent, effective programming.
• Design and Monitor Individualized Education Programs: Develop, implement, and oversee IEPs in compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Provide Targeted Instruction: Deliver direct instruction aligned with student needs and individualized goals.
• Use Data to Drive Instruction: Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies based on student progress and assessment data.
• Collaborate with Families and Partners: Maintain strong communication with school districts, service providers, and families.
• Support Student Transitions: Assist with assessments, onboarding, and transitions to adult services when applicable.
• Participate in Team Leadership: Contribute to meetings, training, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Each decision you make helps shape a student’s educational journey and long-term success.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

• Licensure: Valid Ohio Department of Education Intervention Specialist License.
  
• Experience: At least 3 years supporting K–12 students and or individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• Skills: Strong leadership, organization, instructional planning, and communication skills.
• Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Vision, leadership, and commitment to inclusion matter most.

If you are ready to support inclusion, build meaningful relationships, and be part of something bigger, we would love to meet you.