Early Childhood Educator - Early Intervention

North Suffolk Community Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: 2 weeks vacation, 12–11

Health & Dental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

North Suffolk Community Services is seeking an Early Childhood Educator / Service Coordinators to join the Harbor Area EI Team. You will support infants and toddlers with developmental delays through screening, evaluation, and family-centered services.

Responsibilities include IFSP development, direct child and family support, and coordination with medical and community providers. A Bachelor's in ECE or related field is required, with EI experience and a valid driver's license strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Early Childhood Education, Education, or Early Intervention.
• Experience in Infancy/Early Childhood and Special Education preferred.
• Minimum 300 hours of work experience with children under five.
• Must have driver's license and access to reliable vehicle for off-site services.
• Spanish bilingual a plus; indicate language skills in application.

Responsibilities

• Provide EI screening, intake, evaluation, and assessment.
• Deliver direct child development and family support / case management.
• Contribute to IFSP development and ongoing execution and review.
• Collaborate with families and the EI team on concerns, priorities, and resources.
• Provide education, advocacy, and support on child and parenting issues.
• Refer for specialized therapies and coordinate with other services.
• Coordinate intervention services with medical, state, and health providers.
• Assist in developing transition plans for child and family clients.

Skills

Early Intervention

Family support

Driver's license

Spanish language (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

DPH EI certification

Job description

Job Description

North Suffolk is looking for Early Childhood Educator / Service Coordinators to join our Early Intervention (EI) Team! Harbor Area Early Childhood Services is a passionate team devoted to supporting children from birth to three years through a strength-based and family-centered approach. Over 30% of our Harbor Area Early Intervention staff are residents of the communities we serve, and have been working on our EI team for over 10 years! Early Intervention Services are provided to infants and toddlers presenting with developmental delay or are at risk for developmental delays due to environmental, medical and/or biological factors.

What You'll Do

• Provide EI screening/intake, evaluation, and assessment.
• Provide direct child developmental and family support / case management.
• Participate in the development of IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) and in the ongoing execution, review and evaluation of the plan.
• Collaborate with client families and the EI team in identifying concerns, priorities and resources.
• Provide education, advocacy, and support on child & parenting issues and community resources to client families.
• Refer for discrete/specialized child therapies and refer to other case management and counseling services when appropriate.
• Coordinate intervention services with medical, state, and health providers.
• Assist in developing a transition plan for child and family clients.

What You'll Need

• Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree REQUIRED in: Early Childhood Education, Education, or Early Intervention.
• Experience:
  • Experience in Infancy/Early Childhood and Special Education preferred.
  • Minimum 300 hours of work experience with children under the age of five.
• Skills:
  • Either be or become Early Intervention certified with (Department of Public Health) DPH.
  • Meet DPH's EI requirements.
  • Driver's license and access to reliable vehicle needed in order to provide off-site services.
  • Spanish bilingual a plus (please indicate language skills in application).

Competitive & Comprehensive Benefits

• Paid Time Off – Two weeks’ Vacation per year (three weeks after 1 year of service), 12 Sick Days per year, and 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Eligible employer for the PSLF program
• $5,000 Language differential!
• Health & Dental Insurance, with generous employer contribution
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Voluntary Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Access to Credit Union Banking
• Access to State Tuition Remission Program (Worksite Specific)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Discounted Movie Tickets
• Comprehensive Training Program
• Internal Advancement Opportunities