Early Intervention Special Educator (0-3)

LEE'S DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee's Developmental Services in New Jersey is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to coordinate and deliver Developmentally appropriate educational services under an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) for children ages 0-3 with developmental disabilities.

You will assess multiple developmental areas, develop family-centered strategies, and collaborate with a team of specialists to support each child's growth. Regular progress reviews and mandatory paperwork ensure program integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education is required; a Master's is preferred.
• Appropriate state license or certification is required.
• Two years of experience in education or related field is highly preferred.
• Strong collaboration skills with families and other professionals are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide developmentally appropriate services under an IFSP for children 0-3.
• Perform reassessments and observations to tailor services to milestones.
• Assess cognitive, self-help, communication, and motor areas; plan activities accordingly.
• Develop and implement family service plans with learning goals and modifications.
• Collaborate with speech, OT, PT, social work and other specialists; maintain paperwork.
• Complete progress summaries every six months and track progress.
• Maintain EIS paperwork and stay current with best practices.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Travel to homes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Master's degree preferred

State license or certification

Two years of experience preferred

Job description

Lee's Developmental Services in New Jersey is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to coordinate and deliver Developmentally appropriate educational services under an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) for children ages 0-3 with developmental disabilities.

You will assess multiple developmental areas, develop family-centered strategies, and collaborate with a team of specialists to support each child's growth. Regular progress reviews and mandatory paperwork ensure program integrity.