Special Instructor-Contractor

Achieva•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Special Instructor implements Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) outcomes for eligible infants and toddlers in the context of the Office of Child Development and Early Learning’s Early Intervention Service Delivery model. The role communicates with the Associate Director of Early Intervention and delivers services in home and community settings as appropriate and required. This independent contractor position serves Fayette County and offers flexibility in scheduling and caseload parameters. The position is listed as 15+ hours per week and pays $80 per hour. The instructor supports families in natural environments and may be eligible for a cell phone stipend if a personal cell phone is required for work availability.

Requirements

Qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree and related experience working with children with disabilities and developmental delays.
At least one year of experience working with children with disabilities and their families, or a supervised college or university practicum working with children with disabilities and their families.
Act 33/34 clearances.
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and transportation.
Ability to lift and position children.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Early Intervention, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field.
K-4 or K-8 teaching certification.

Responsibilities

Review and use the Multidisciplinary Evaluation and Individual Family Intervention Plan created by the IAT.
Establish and maintain supportive relationships with families.
Use Early Intervention service delivery techniques to support and coach families toward completing IFSP outcomes.
Maintain accurate records of the child's progress, including data collection, session notes, quarterly progress reports, and transition paperwork.
Complete and submit weekly timesheets in Unicentric.
Schedule service sessions in community settings when appropriate and required.
Maintain professional relationships with other disciplines and agencies working with the child and family.
Attend required in-service sessions, staff meetings, and other training.
Assist, when necessary, with seminars, conferences, and public speaking engagements related to early intervention.
Develop and present presentations on early intervention to parent and professional groups.
Submit suggestions for in-service training.
Mentor interning students from area universities and schools.
Provide a cell phone for work availability if required.