Education Special Needs Specialist (49830)

E CENTER•Yuba City, CA

1d•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Education Special Needs Manager, this position will follow Head Start Performance Standards, all Agency and Program policies and procedures and applicable Federal and State regulations to successfully accomplish Agency and Program goals and objectives. Participate fully and work cooperatively as a team member; under management guidance address complaints and resolve problems effectively and efficiently.

Requirements

Associates Degree or higher in Sociology, Early Childhood Education, Human Development or related field.
Three or more years of experience working with children and families in an education, health or social services setting.
State regulations require a physical examination, current tuberculosis test, and verified fingerprint and criminal records clearance before beginning work.
Bilingual, bi-literate, English/Spanish, English/Punjabi, English/Hmong, and/or other language ability based on program needs is required.
Education must have previously included or must be able to successfully complete course work in child abuse, substance abuse and domestic violence within one year of date of hire.
Possession of a valid drivers' license; current personal vehicle insurance, or safe driving record sufficient to ensure insurability through Agency policy.
Must be able to drive to conduct agency business.
Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Possess and maintains the necessary skill level in technology systems and software required to perform individual job duties.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of parents or employees of organization.
Ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to compare rate, ratio and percent.
Ability to understand and use a variety of computer applications and appropriate software, including spreadsheets, word processing; and workplace electronic technology, including internet access and email.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized or not standardized situation.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to diversity and understanding the needs of families from different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Awareness of community resources and services.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Ability to problem solve and be proactive.
Ability to work and communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, parents, children and members of the community.
Ability to travel occasionally within and outside the Head Start service area.
Ability to learn and comply with Head Start Performance Standards, Federal, State and local laws concerning the operation of child care centers.

Responsibilities

Ensures program compliance with all applicable laws and regulations on areas of responsibility described above
Updates and develops plans, systems, policies and procedures and forms that support program services in education and special needs
Monitors timely screenings and assessments for education and special needs.
Ensures referrals and follow-ups and identifies needs, including support as needed to meet program requirements
Monitors classroom curriculum fidelity and other support services related to education and special needs
Monitors collection and maintenance of records and data pertinent to education and special needs.
Support the preparation and submission for all reports as required, including the annual Program Information Report (PIR)
Provides support and technical assistance to center staff and others related to the assigned area.
Communicates and works cooperatively with managers, center directors and other coordinators to ensure successful integration of services
Participates fully and works cooperatively as a team member within the Child & Family Support department, the program and the agency: addresses complaints and works to resolve problems effectively and efficiently
Maintain confidentiality with information and records concerning children, families and staff
Travel frequently within program service area including possible overnight stays, as required
Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification