2026-2027 Intervention Specialist

Location: Akron and surrounding suburbs

Schedule: Monday–Friday | School Hours (Typically 7–8 hour days), Part-Time flexibility in days and hours

School Year / Contract: 2026-2027

Employment Type: W2 (Benefits Eligible Based on Hours)

Start Date: General interest for the 2026-2027 school year

Why Intervention Specialists Choose PSI

• Competitive Pay – Compensation that reflects your education, experience, expertise, and responsibilities.
• Flexible Scheduling – Because real work-life balance matters.
• Benefits Starting at 30 Hours/Week – Support that fits your schedule.
• Paid Time Off – Time to rest and recharge.
• 401(k) with Company Contributions – Investing in your future.
• Professional Development Support – Opportunities to grow in special education and instructional strategies.
• Strong, Long-Standing District Relationships – Stability and trusted partnerships you can count on.
• Award-Winning Culture – Proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace.

Assignment Experience

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, counselors, and school psychologists
• Exposure to multiple grade levels (PreK–12 opportunities)
• Opportunities to implement differentiated instruction and intervention strategies
• Work with individual students, small groups, and whole-class support

Your Impact as a PSI Intervention Specialist

You’ll help students overcome academic, social, and behavioral challenges while ensuring they receive individualized support to succeed in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals
• Collaborate on developing and implementing intervention plans
• Monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed
• Support students’ social-emotional growth and behavior management
• Assist in data collection and documentation for IEP compliance
• Partner with educators, families, and support staff to ensure student success

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid Intervention Specialist or Special Education license/certification (state-specific)
• School-based experience preferred, but newer professionals encouraged to apply — mentorship available
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs

Benefits

PSI believes in supporting the whole professional — not just filling a role. Benefits May Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision (for eligible hours)
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off
• CEU / License Support
• Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Resources

About PSI

For close to 50 years, PSI has been a leader in educational and school health services. Founded through collaboration between Cleveland Diocesan Schools and Kent State University school psychologists, PSI was built on innovative, student-centered thinking — and that mindset continues today. We focus on:

• Whole-child service models
• Strong school partnerships
• Long-term placement success
• Supporting clinicians, not just staffing positions

Through our 2023 partnership with ESS, PSI has expanded nationally while maintaining the local, relationship-driven support clinicians value.