Amy Backus
Springfield,OH
Summary
Results-driven Intervention Specialist with over ten years of experience in educational collaboration and student assessments. Expertise in developing individualized education plans and implementing effective classroom interventions. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement and academic achievement through tailored intervention strategies. Skilled in monitoring progress and executing targeted interventions for diverse learning needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Springfield City Schools
1500 W. Jefferson Street, OH
08.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans in collaboration with teachers to meet student needs.
- Implemented classroom interventions for diverse learning requirements, enhancing overall support.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators and parents on development.
- Conducted assessments to identify strengths and areas for improvement in students.
- Facilitated small group activities to promote social skills and academic engagement.
- Communicated with multidisciplinary teams regarding student strategies and requirements.
- Participated in training sessions to remain informed on best practices in educational interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and documentation of services rendered.
Intervention Specialist
Clark County Educational Service Center
4170 Allium Court, OH
11.2013 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Assisted in implementing classroom interventions to support diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators and parents.
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths and areas for improvement.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance social skills and academic engagement.
- Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams regarding student needs and strategies.
- Instructed small groups of students using research-based instructional strategies tailored specifically for their individual goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and documentation of all services provided.
Education
Master of Science - Intervention Specialist
University of Toledo
Toledo, Ohio, OH05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Urbana University
Urbana, OH12-2005
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Clark State Community College
Springfield, Ohio, OH06-2001
High School Diploma -
Northwestern Local School
Springfield06-1998
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom interventions
- Student assessments and evaluations
- Progress monitoring and documentation
- Educational collaboration and teamwork
- Teaching strategies and adaptive learning
- Social skills training and behavior modification
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Springfield City Schools
08.2025 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Clark County Educational Service Center
11.2013 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Intervention Specialist
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Urbana University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Clark State Community College
High School Diploma -
Northwestern Local School