Special Instructor - Early Intervention (Contract) (62208)

CADES•Swarthmore, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

CADES Infant Toddler Program offers a variety of family-centered services. Our therapists and teachers work with families directly in their homes and community settings. CADES embraces the "coaching" model that will empower families to utilize strategies in daily routines to support family-driven outcomes. CADES is seeking qualified Early Interventionist/Special Instructor for Delaware County and Chester County.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Intervention, Early Childhood Special Education, Child Development, Special Education or Family Studies and one (1) year of full-time or full-time-equivalent experience working directly with preschool children with disabilities and their families or a university-sponsored or college-supervised practicum or teaching experience with preschool children with disabilities and their families.
OR Bachelor’s Degree which includes 15 credit hours in Early Intervention, Early Childhood Special Education, Child Development, Special Education or Family Studies and one (1) year of full-time or full-time-equivalent experience working directly with preschool children with disabilities and their families or a university-sponsored or college-supervised practicum or teaching experience with preschool children with disabilities and their families.
24 hours of annual Early Intervention Training.
Must be working towards endorsement for coaching through the EITA Learning Path.
Provide services within the natural environment of the family (home, community)
Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
Professional Liability Insurance

Nice To Haves

Pediatric experience preferred.
Early Intervention experience a plus
Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Provide in-home, related services and therapies for families on their caseload according to the child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
Adhere to the coaching model to work collaboratively to support and foster the growth and development of children birth to 3.
Provides a range of services including developmental and instructional therapies, family support and parent education.
Provides effective intervention strategies in the child’s everyday routines and learning opportunities.
Provide community resources and support services to families.
Complete daily notes and progress reports in adherence to the specific county policy.