Early Childhood Disability & Inclusion Specialist

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Portal; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Health New Orleans seeks a qualified professional to support inclusive early childhood programs. Under supervision, you will assist in implementing IFSPs and IEPs, ensuring compliance with federal and state disability regulations, and coordinating assessments for children with disabilities.

Collaboration with mental health professionals and agencies will be essential. Required education is a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with five years teaching experience in early childhood special

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Intervention, Early Childhood Special Education or related field.
• Five years of teaching in Early Childhood Special Education, Early Intervention, or closely related position.
• Master's degree with 2 years experience can substitute for 5 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance related to the implementation of Individualized Family Service Plans and Individualized Education Plans in inclusive settings.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state statutes and rules pertaining to Disability within the context of early childhood programs.
• Coordinate and obtain professional diagnoses and assessments for children with disabilities; collaborate with professionals to implement IFSPs; interface with mental health professionals/consultants and community mental health agencies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education / Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education or related field

Job description

LSU Health New Orleans seeks a qualified professional to support inclusive early childhood programs. Under supervision, you will assist in implementing IFSPs and IEPs, ensuring compliance with federal and state disability regulations, and coordinating assessments for children with disabilities.

Collaboration with mental health professionals and agencies will be essential. Required education is a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with five years teaching experience in early childhood special