Intervention Specialist - Child Care Center

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

6d

About The Position

Plans and delivers developmentally appropriate and evidence-based activities to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth in young children from birth through five. Job Description: Essential Functions: Plans and implements age-appropriate curriculum and activities. Monitors and assesses children's progress and development. Communicates effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress and needs. Maintains a safe and healthy learning environment for children. Collaborates with other teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and effective learning environment. Keeps accurate records of progress and other important information.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in child development or early childhood special education, or related field, required.
• ODE teacher licensure as an Intervention Specialist for ages 3 – 8 (Pre-k-3) for teachers working with preschoolers, preferred.
• Early Intervention Certification, or certification eligibility, from the Ohio State Department of DD, required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of child growth, development and family systems which impact the development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Ability to use appropriate assessments tools to determine the current developmental levels of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Strong communication and teaching/learning skills.
• Maintains a knowledgebase and is skillful in use of technology and software.
• Two years of experience with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers with special needs, required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree, preferred.
• ODE teacher licensure as an Intervention Specialist for ages 3 – 8 (Pre-k-3) for teachers working with preschoolers, preferred.
• Knowledge of state and community programs and early intervention and special needs preschool resources is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Monitors and assesses children's progress and development.
• Communicates effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress and needs.
• Maintains a safe and healthy learning environment for children.
• Collaborates with other teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and effective learning environment.
• Keeps accurate records of progress and other important information.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees