·         Provide consultation to education staff on strategies for supporting children with developmental delays or disabilities in inclusive classroom settings

·         Assist with identification, screen, and referral process for children with suspected developmental delays

·         collaborate with teachers, family advocates, and managers to develop individualized support strategies for children

·         Coordinate with local school districts, Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE), committee on special education (CSE), and Early Intervention (EI) programs to facilitate evaluations and services

·         Review and assist staff in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)

·         Monitor classroom environments and recommend accommodations, notifications and evidence based teaching strategies

·         Ensure children receiving special education services participate fully in all Head Start activities

·         Provide guidance to staff regarding behavior management, inclusion practices and developmental supports

·         Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and family meetings as needed

·         Assist families in understanding the evaluation process, eligibility, and available community resources

·         Develop and deliver training for staff on disability awareness, inclusion, developmental milestones, behavioral supports and special education requirements 

·         Support the program in maintaining the required enrollment of children with disabilities as outlined by Head Start regulations

·         Maintain accurate documentation and ensure confidentiality of child record in accordance with FERPA, HIPAA and program policies

·         Monitor compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and applicable federal, state, and local regulations

·         Prepare reports, recommendations, and documentation as requested by program leadership

·         Establish and maintain positive working relationships with community agencies and service provider 

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree required; Masters preferred in Special education, Early childhood Special Education, Child Development, Psychology, Social work or related field

·         Minimum of three years experience working with young children with disabilities in an early childhood setting

·         Knowledge of IDEA Part B and Part C, Head Start Program Performance Standards, ADA and Section 504

·         Experience collaborating with Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE, and community agencies

·         Strong understanding of child development, developmental screenings, inclusion practices, and evidence based interventions 

·         Excellent communication, collaboration, organization, and problem solving skills

·         Ability to provide coaching and professional development to staff

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems

• Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Education Level: Master's Degree

Please send your resume, qualifications and/or credentials to cdhsm@gccdc.org

Preferred qualifications

·         NYS certification in special education or related field

·         Experience working in Head Start or Early Head start programs

·         Bilingual preferred 

Physical requirements

·         Ability to observe children in classroom and outdoor environments

·         Ability to sit, stand, bend and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds