Early Intervention Specialist - Early On
About The Position
The Early Intervention Specialist for Early On provides early intervention services to infants and toddlers (birth to age three) and their caregivers as part of a multidisciplinary team. This position is open to qualified special education teachers and related service providers (e.g., speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers). Services are delivered using a Primary Service Provider and coaching model to support caregiver capacity to address developmental needs within daily routines. Services are provided in natural environments, including homes, childcare, and community settings, in accordance with Michigan Early On and IDEA Part C requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree and Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate Early Childhood Special Education endorsement (ZS or ZN) or willing to obtain or current.
- Evidence of successful work with infants and toddlers with disabilities, birth-to-three years of age preferred.
- Valid Michigan licensure in an approved discipline, including:
- Speech-Language Pathology: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred
- Occupational Therapy: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree with current Michigan licensure as an Occupational Therapist
- Physical Therapy: Master’s or Doctorate Degree with Current Michigan licensure as a Physical Therapist
- Social Work: Master’s Degree of Social Work and valid or eligible for School Social Worker approval from MDE (PSWC). Current Michigan licensure as a Social Worker (LMSW or LLMSW)
- Other approved related field: Current Michigan licensure or approval consistent with Early On provider requirements
Nice To Haves
- Evidence of successful work with infants and toddlers with disabilities, birth-to-three years of age
Responsibilities
- Provide early intervention services to infants and toddlers (birth to age three) and their caregivers.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Utilize a Primary Service Provider and coaching model to support caregiver capacity.
- Deliver services in natural environments, including homes, childcare, and community settings.
- Adhere to Michigan Early On and IDEA Part C requirements.
Benefits
- Sick and Personal Business paid time, up to 13 days
- Bereavement Leave
- Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
- Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
- Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance
- Two retirement plan options through the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)
- Professional Development opportunities
- Longevity pay after 10 years of service
- Mentorship
- Tuition reimbursement
- Leadership opportunities
- Wellness and support programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness opportunities
- Paid community service time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
