Early On Teacher

Van Buren Intermediate School District • Lawrence, MI

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Provide family-centered services to children birth-3 eligible for Early On in keeping with the Principles of Early Intervention. Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine eligibility for Early On and Michigan Mandated Special Education (MMSE).

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree
• Michigan Teacher Certification with endorsement in Special Education and Early Childhood
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Early Childhood Development
• Working knowledge of IDEA and Michigan Rules and Regulations
• Working knowledge of Key Principles of Early Intervention
• Working knowledge of DEC Recommended Practices
• Working knowledge of Evaluation Instruments (IDA, DAYC-2, etc)
• Working knowledge of Evidence Based Practices for Early Intervention (Including Primary Service Provider Model, Coaching, etc).

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree
• Previous experience working with families and children birth to 3 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team to conduct comprehensive evaluations of children birth to 3 in order to determine eligibility for Early On and/or MMSE
• Collaboratively develop Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) in keeping with the Key Principles of Early Intervention.
• Provide early intervention services to students with IFSP’s in accordance with their Individualized Family Service Plan and in keeping with the Key Principles of Early Intervention.
• Effectively collaborate with colleagues to support students overall development.
• Participate in/coordinate transitions with relevant providers as children move from Early On to MMSE services.
• Effectively communicate, consult and team with parents, staff, agencies and others in a professional and timely manner.
• Keep up to date with best practices, research, and trends regarding Early Childhood, Early On and Early Intervention services in general and specifically as they relate to the scope of practice for Early Childhood Special Education Teachers.
• Complete responsibilities within agreed upon or established timelines.
• Adhere to Van Buren ISD and Early Childhood policies, process and procedures.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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