Early Childhood Assessment Facilitator - ONE YEAR

Minooka Community High School District 111; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Minooka Community High School District 111 seeks an Early Childhood Assessment Facilitator for a one-year position. The role focuses on facilitating assessments, managing IEP processes, and ensuring smooth transitions for preschool children from early intervention services. Ideal candidates will possess a Professional Educators License and ECSE Endorsement, showing strong organizational and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Early Intervention processes and preschool special education eligibility.
• Experience with play-based assessment and early childhood IEP development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with service coordinators for Early Intervention transition meetings.
• Coordinate assessments and early childhood screenings, manage IEP meetings.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Professional Educators License

ECSE Endorsement

Job description

'); 'Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Early Childhood

Date Posted:
6/16/2025

Location:
PH Miller School

Date Available:
8/12/25

Closing Date:
Until filled

District:
Plano Community Unit School District 88

Maintain regular communication with Local Interagency Council (LCI) service coordinators to schedule and support Early Intervention (EI) transition meetings.

Participate in virtual meetings with EI families and service coordinators to complete referral forms and determine the need for school-based evaluations.

Provide tours of buildings and classrooms, along with explanations of a range of services available to preschool students.

Serve as the primary point of contact for scheduling team members for evaluations and meetings, in collaboration with assigned staff.

Facilitate completion of the initial Early Childhood Outcomes form as part of the child’s transition file.

Attend quarterly LIC meetings.

Work in collaboration with the special education team to prepare and draft domain paperwork.

Contact families to schedule monthly play-based assessments, eligibility meetings, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings.

Facilitate or assist with play-based assessments for children approaching their third birthday.

Draft IEP goals and objectives in preparation for eligibility and IEP meetings.

Attend and participate in eligibility and IEP meetings alongside EI teams, assessment staff, and families.

Coordinate monthly early childhood screenings and play-based assessments.

Ensure families receive and complete the required documentation prior to screenings.

Review screening referrals and prepare for domain meetings with evaluation teams and families. Schedule evaluations for students referred through preschool screenings.

Conduct classroom observations of preschool students as requested.

Participate in planning meetings to support the development of preschool class lists and placements.

Manage documentation for grant compliance.

Performs such other, and not specifically enumerated, duties as may be requested by building principal, district administrators, or as established by the Board.

Early Childhood Assessment Facilitator - ONE YEAR
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Professional Educators License required
2.ECSE Endorsement required
3.Knowledge of Early Intervention processes and preschool special education eligibility.
4.Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
5.Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and community agencies.
6.Experience with play-based assessment and early childhood IEP development preferred.
7.Others, as deemed necessary by the Board of Education or the Superintendent
REPORTS TO: Principal, Director(s) for Academic Affairs
JOB GOALS: The Early Childhood Assessment Facilitator serves as a vital liaison between families, service coordinators, and school teams to support young children transitioning into preschool services. This role is responsible for coordinating and conducting assessments, facilitating smooth transitions from Early Intervention (EI), and supporting early childhood screening and eligibility processes. The facilitator collaborates closely with school personnel, outside agencies, and families to ensure the timely delivery of appropriate services.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain regular communication with Local Interagency Council (LCI) service coordinators to schedule and support Early Intervention (EI) transition meetings.

Participate in virtual meetings with EI families and service coordinators to complete referral forms and determine the need for school-based evaluations.

Provide tours of buildings and classrooms, along with explanations of a range of services available to preschool students.

Serve as the primary point of contact for scheduling team members for evaluations and meetings, in collaboration with assigned staff.

Facilitate completion of the initial Early Childhood Outcomes form as part of the child’s transition file.

Attend quarterly LIC meetings.

Work in collaboration with the special education team to prepare and draft domain paperwork.

Contact families to schedule monthly play-based assessments, eligibility meetings, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings.

Facilitate or assist with play-based assessments for children approaching their third birthday.

Draft IEP goals and objectives in preparation for eligibility and IEP meetings.

Attend and participate in eligibility and IEP meetings alongside EI teams, assessment staff, and families.

Coordinate monthly early childhood screenings and play-based assessments.

Ensure families receive and complete the required documentation prior to screenings.

Review screening referrals and prepare for domain meetings with evaluation teams and families. Schedule evaluations for students referred through preschool screenings.

Conduct classroom observations of preschool students as requested.

Participate in planning meetings to support the development of preschool class lists and placements.

Manage documentation for grant compliance.

Performs such other, and not specifically enumerated, duties as may be requested by building principal, district administrators, or as established by the Board.

COMPENSATION

180-Day School Year, +5 per diem days as approved by the principal

Salary and School Year to be established by the Board

EVALUATION

The performance of the job will be evaluated in accordance with the Teacher Evaluation Plan.

For further information, please contact Faith Skinner, Director of Academic Affairs PreK - Elementary, at [e-mail].

District Mission Statement:
The Mission of Plano School District is to empower and inspire our diverse student body to achieve academic excellence, experience personal growth, and make positive contributions to society.

District Vision Statement:
Students – Our students will think critically, persevere, and contribute productively to society.
Families & Community – Our family and community members are partners in the educational process and will support the fundamental Mission of the District.
Educators – Our educators have unwavering high expectations, believe in students, demonstrate a growth mindset, and foster a collaborative environment.

Online application required. In order to be considered for this opening, applicant must go to "View Postings" and apply for the specific Job ID number. To complete the online application process, applicants must also attach cover letter and resume. Optional attachments include credentials, letters of recommendation, certificates, transcripts, etc.

Visit the district website at www.plano88.org