Developmental Specialist

May Institute Inc; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,200 - 63,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

19 PTO days

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training and professional development

Job summary

May Institute Inc seeks an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist in Springfield, Massachusetts, to support infants and toddlers' developmental growth through family-centered services. You will conduct home visits, coordinate Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or a related field, with required coursework and experience with young children. Benefits include starting pay of $28/hour, 19 PTO days, and comprehensive insurance options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of four approved courses focused on infants and toddlers.
• At least 300 hours of experience with children under five.

Responsibilities

• Provide home and community-based visits using appropriate strategies.
• Develop and update Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
• Coordinate services and supports identified in the IFSP.

Skills

Collaboration

Cultural responsiveness

Early Childhood Education

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Special Education, or related field

Minimum of four approved 3-credit courses focused on infants and toddlers

Job description

Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

May Center for Early Intervention | May Institute

Full-Time | Community-Based

As an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist, you’ll partner with families of infants and toddlers (birth–3) to support developmental growth during the most critical years of life. Through home visits, community-based services, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help children build the skills they need to thrive.

What You’ll Do

Deliver family-centered services

• Provide home and community-based visits using developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed strategies
• Support children in fully participating in inclusive community settings with typical peers
• Conduct telehealth sessions as needed

Lead IFSP coordination and progress monitoring

• Partner with families to develop, implement, and update Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
• Coordinate services and supports identified in the IFSP
• Monitor functional outcomes and complete six-month reviews and required documentation
• Assist with transition planning at least six months prior to discharge, including referrals and participation in IEP meetings when applicable

Collaborate and advocate

• Serve as a liaison between families, ancillary providers, and school systems
• Participate in multidisciplinary assessments and team meetings
• Ensure services and communication are culturally and linguistically responsive

Maintain compliance and documentation

• Complete session notes and required paperwork within established timelines
• Maintain accurate records for assigned children
• Follow DPH and organizational standards for documentation, confidentiality, and training

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field
• Minimum of four approved 3-credit courses focused on infants and toddlers
• At least 300 hours of practicum or work experience with children under age five
• Works well as part of a team

Preferred

• Experience in home-based or community-based early intervention services
• Knowledge of IFSP development and transition planning

Why Join May Institute

At May Institute, your work transforms early learning experiences and strengthens families.

We offer:

• Starting pay: $28/hour
• 19 PTO days to start, plus 10 paid holidays and a floating birthday holiday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefit options