Early Intervention Specialist for Developmental Milestones

Down Syndrome of Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ApplicantPool seeks a Developmental Interventionist to deliver developmental and educational services to birth-to-3-year-olds under Kentucky's KEIS program, and to run developmental classes for preschoolers.

You will work in family homes, childcare centers, and DSL classrooms, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support IFSP/IEP goals and transition planning, while supervising student teachers as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education preferred.
• IECE or special education certificate required.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in early education or special education.
• Working knowledge of child development and Down syndrome impact.
• Excellent professional boundaries.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmental intervention year-round in home, childcare centers, and DSL sessions with family-centered, play-based activities.
• Help children reach developmental milestones.
• Conduct developmental assessments through DSL's Early Childhood Education Program.
• Provide caregivers with information and resources on development and family support.
• Inform families of services and community supports.
• Develop IFSPs and IEPs, and design programs based on goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to implement plans.
• Provide transition information and referrals for transitions to preschool/kindergarten.
• Offer advocacy in school and community settings as needed.
• Supervise student teachers.
• Design and implement developmental classes.

Education

Master's degree in education (preferred)

Certificate in Early Childhood Education (IECE) or special education (required)

Valid driver's license

Minimum 2 years of professional experience in early education or special education

Job description

ApplicantPool seeks a Developmental Interventionist to deliver developmental and educational services to birth-to-3-year-olds under Kentucky's KEIS program, and to run developmental classes for preschoolers.

You will work in family homes, childcare centers, and DSL classrooms, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support IFSP/IEP goals and transition planning, while supervising student teachers as needed.