About the Team

ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly qualified Intervention Specialist at Lake Erie Preparatory School in Cleveland, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking individuals who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.

Be part of the difference at Lake Erie Preparatory School! Serving families in Collinwood and surrounding neighborhoods since 2012, Lake Erie Preparatory School provides a K-8 college prep education featuring foreign language, STEM, and Career Technical Education (CTE). The public charter school is known for consistent, award-winning school leadership and exceptional staff retention. Lake Erie Preparatory School is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.

About the Opportunity:

The Intervention Specialist supports the educational and behavioral goals of all students with a focus on students with an Individualized Education Program.

Responsibilities of the Intervention Specialist include to-

Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general education curricular as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments.
Conduct diagnostic assessments for instruction
Conduct functional behavior assessments
Write and implement behavior improvement plans
Facilitate IEP Meetings and write IEP goals and objectives
Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific achievement goals.
Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction.
Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
Serve as advisor for a designated set of students
Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child.
Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips
Perform other duties as assigned

About You:

Current state license
Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
Experience working in a full room inclusion type model or Co-Teaching in a Resource Room model
High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.
High quality written and verbal communication skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
Excellent organization and time management skills
Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks (FBI/BCI)
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred

About Us

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick and mortar, and virtual schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

We offer the following benefits:

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $43,500.00-55,000.00. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Life benefits – time & peace of mind

Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits – stay well & thrive

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary short-term disability insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing

Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

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About the company

ACCEL Schools provides middle and high school education in both virtual and in-person settings tailored to diverse communities. Its programs mix personalized learning with proven teaching practices and community partnerships, including virtual options like the Pathfinder Career Academy. The company differentiates itself through broad community partnerships, mixed delivery formats, and explicit college-prep and career-path options. Its goal is to expand access to personalized, effective education that supports social and academic growth and prepares students for higher education and careers.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cleveland, Ohio

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Portage Leadership Academy opened in Ohio on August 18, 2026 under ACCEL.
Jefferson Classical Academy of Florida opened enrollment for January 2026 and 2026-27.
ACCEL still operated 77 charter schools and 15 online schools in Ohio in 2026.

What critics are saying

Banning Lewis Academy ended ACCEL services in May 2026, cutting 246 Colorado jobs.
The June 30, 2026 exit removes a long-tenured partner and employer-of-record relationship.
If more boards follow Banning Lewis, ACCEL's management-fee base shrinks fast.

What makes ACCEL Schools unique

ACCEL runs 100-plus charter schools across traditional, hybrid, and online models nationwide.
Its Jefferson Classical Academy network launched in fall 2025 with Dr. William J. Bennett.
AMP for Education gives partner schools real-time operations and instruction tools.

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Benefits

Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary short-term disability insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Retirement contributions

Company News

KOAA

May 5th, 2026

Colorado Springs charter schools moving toward more local control following WARN letter.

Colorado Springs charter schools moving toward more local control following WARN letter. Banning Lewis Academy and Banning Lewis Ranch Academy will be shifting toward more local control after both schools have ended an agreement with Accel Schools, a nationwide charter school management group. Posted 10:35 AM, May 05, 2026 and last updated 2:47 PM, May 06, 2026 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) - Banning Lewis Academy and Banning Lewis Ranch Academy will be shifting toward more local control after both schools have ended an agreement with Accel Schools, a nationwide charter school management group. Accel Schools sent a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) letter to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment notifying the state that, following the decision made by the academy, Accel would be terminating its employment with more than 200 staff under its management on June 30. News5 reached out to the school to learn a little more about this ongoing decision and how it might impact over 200 employees. Banning Lewis Academy confirmed that the end of the partnership was part of the planned transition to more local control. You can see their statement below: Banning Lewis Academy (BLA) recently made the decision to end its partnership with ACCEL Schools as part of a planned transition to greater local control of the school. The WARN notice issued by ACCEL reflects the end of employment with their organization, effective June 30, 2026. However, BLA will continue operating without interruption, and there are no plans to close schools, reduce programming, or impact student services. Moving forward, BLA will operate under a locally driven model. Staff will be employed directly by Banning Lewis Academy, with additional support from experienced partners in areas such as human resources, finance, and operations. This shift allows decisions to be made closer to the classroom, better supporting both students and educators. As part of this transition, BLA is also moving away from a for-profit management structure. This is an important step that allows more resources to stay within the school - directly supporting classrooms, teachers, and students. KOAA News 5 recognize that the notice may raise concerns about staffing. Its priority is continuity and stability. KOAA News 5 value its current staff and are actively working to extend employment opportunities for the upcoming school year. KOAA News 5 is confident in its leadership team and believe strongly in the educators who serve its students every day. For students and families, there will be no disruption to instruction, school operations, or the overall educational experience. Enrollment, programming, and campus activities will continue as normal. This transition represents an important step forward for BLA. By increasing school-level autonomy and keeping more dollars in its classrooms, KOAA News 5 is strengthening its ability to serve its community, support its staff, and ensure decisions reflect the needs of its students and families. KOAA News 5 understand that change can be difficult, but KOAA News 5 is confident this is the right move for the long-term success of its school community. Warm Regards, Banning Lewis Academy Board of Directors During this transition, the school says it will be moving away from a for-profit model to reinvest in HR and its classrooms. In an email, Accel Schools provided its newsroom with the following statement. Banning Lewis Academy has informed ACCEL Schools that it does not intend to renew its services agreement with ACCEL. While KOAA News 5 is disappointed by the decision, KOAA News 5 respect that charter school boards periodically evaluate their operating models and make decisions they believe are in the best interest of their schools. ACCEL has supported Banning Lewis for more than 10 years. During that time, the school expanded grade levels, increased enrollment, built a second campus, and navigated multiple leadership and board transitions. ACCEL has been proud to serve as a steady partner throughout a significant period of growth and change. Banning Lewis has indicated that it wishes to explore a self-managed model. In Colorado, charter schools may choose different operating structures as they evolve, including working with an external partner or managing more services independently. ACCEL continues to believe deeply in the value of strong school partnerships, particularly during periods of growth, operational complexity, and leadership transition. Because ACCEL is currently the employer of record for staff assigned to Banning Lewis, ACCEL is required to issue notice regarding the conclusion of ACCEL employment for those employees. The WARN notice affects 195 regular employees and 51 on-call or temporary employees, primarily substitute teachers. Affected roles include teachers, administrators, student support staff, paraprofessionals, counselors, school operations staff, facilities staff, food service staff, and other employees who support daily school operations. Banning Lewis has indicated that all affected employees are eligible to be rehired directly by the school. ACCEL cares deeply about the employees, students, and families connected to Banning Lewis. Its focus is on supporting employees through this transition, honoring the work accomplished over the course of the partnership, and continuing to serve schools with professionalism, care, and operational expertise. Accel Schools If you have any information about this story and would like to speak to a reporter, send its newsroom an email. Colorado Springs prioritizing northern city areas, busier roadways during may storm. Colorado Springs deployed its fleet of 55 snowplows as a winter storm brought wintry conditions to the area, with city crews responding as temperatures dropped and snow began to accumulate. What should KOAA5 cover? Is there a story, topic, or issue KOAA News 5 should revisit? Have a story you believe should make the light of day? Let its newsroom know with the contact form below. Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with its free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching.

eNews Park Forest

Jul 25th, 2025

ACCEL Schools Appoints Dr. William J. Bennett As Founding Provost of New Classical Academy Network

ACCEL Schools appoints Dr. William J. Bennett as Founding Provost of new Classical Academy network.

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