Early On Early Intervention Specialist

Kent Intermediate School District • Grand Rapids, MI

2d • $62,482 - $67,874

About The Position

Early Interventionist Specialist SLP, OT, MSW, PT ECSE Teacher (ZS, ECSE, ZN) Full time Balanced contract position (year round, 182 days) KIEA union, Compensation commensurate with education (MA+15) and experience Who We Are At Kent ISD, we believe relationships, learning, equity, opportunity, innovation, service, and excellence drive everything we do. Our mission is to partner with schools and communities to create equitable opportunities that enrich the experiences and achievements of all learners. Our Early On team serves infants and toddlers (birth–3) with developmental delays, disabilities, or established conditions. Our goal is for all enrolled families to feel confident and competent in enhancing their child’s learning and development by providing individualized support and resources. We are deeply committed to building a diverse, inclusive team that reflects the families and communities we serve. Candidates of color, bilingual professionals, and early career professionals who bring fresh ideas and passion for early intervention are strongly encouraged to apply. The Role As an Early Interventionist, you’ll serve as a Primary Service Provider (PSP) within a transdisciplinary team, using a family-centered, coaching approach. You’ll support families through: Developmental evaluations and functional assessments, Co-creating Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Partnering with caregivers in homes and community settings to embed strategies into their daily routines Collaborating with local districts, healthcare providers, and community agencies to provide service coordination for the families you serve. Your work directly impacts families during one of the most meaningful periods in their child’s development.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, School Social Work, School Psychology, or approved or endorsed Early Childhood Special Education Teacher.
• Licensure or certification for the appropriate discipline.
• Knowledge of child development, family-centered practices, and equity-focused service delivery.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to practice cultural humility and promote inclusive practices by approaching families with openness and respect and ensuring that interventions are responsive to the diverse needs of children and families.
• Desire to engage in continuous learning: reflecting on personal biases, participating in ongoing professional development, use of evidenced-based practices, and seek feedback to strengthen culturally responsive practice.
• Enthusiasm to advocate for equity by recognizing and addressing barriers that impact access to early intervention services, and collaborating with families, colleagues, and community partners to promote equitable outcomes.
• Willingness to drive throughout Kent ISD districts and provide services in a variety of natural environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct multidisciplinary evaluations for Early On and Early Childhood Special Education (eligibility determinations for IDEA Part C and Part B).
• Provide home- and community-based intervention using a routines-based, coaching approach.
• Serve as ongoing Service Coordinator for children and families assigned to your caseload
• Develop and implement IFSPs and support transitions to IEPs as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Michigan Part C regulations.
• Participate in collaborative Primary Service Provider team meetings and continuous professional learning.
• Facilitate or co-lead parent education groups and connect families to community and health resources.
• Offer guidance and emotional support to families navigating developmental or behavioral differences.

Benefits

• Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF/ SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level