Early Interventionist

Ioniaisd; Ionia, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Ionia County Intermediate School District is seeking an Early Interventionist-Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team serving birth to three children. The role includes evaluations, family assessments, and family-centered planning in the Early On framework.

The position emphasizes home visits, tele-visits, coaching parents, and a primary service provider model to support school and community partners.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist per LARA requirements.
• Ability to work year-round in a school-based program.
• Strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, staff and community.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports to birth-to-three children and their families within Early On and Michigan programs.
• Conduct child evaluations and family assessments.
• Develop and implement family plans; perform home visits and tele-visits.
• Coach parents and operate within a primary service provider model.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Family coaching

Education

LARA-registered Occupational Therapist license

Job description

Come Join Our Team!

Position: Early Interventionist-Occupational Therapist

Salary Range: $50,133 - $94,040; based on the IIEA Master Agreement

Affiliation: Ionia Intermediate Education Association (IIEA)

Reports To: Early On Supervisor

Date Posted: August 17, 2026

Start Date: November 1, 2026

Application Deadline: Until Filled

About The Role

This position will join a multi-disciplinary team of early interventionists that provide supports to families and children age birth to three participating in the Early On and Michigan Mandatory Special Education Programs. Child evaluations, family assessments, development of family plans, home visits, tele-visits, coaching parents and working within a primary service provider model are components of the work.

Qualifications Desired

• License via LARA as a Registered Occupational Therapist
• Other considerations for this position may include a School Social Worker (MSW), Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (ZA or ZS endorsed), Speech & Language Pathologist (eligible for LARA licensure)
• Ability to work a year round position
• Interpersonal skills which promote positive personal relationships with students, parents, staff and community is required

About Us

The staff, administration and Board of Education of the Ionia County Intermediate School District are dedicated to collaborating:

• With students, parents, and district residents,
• With local and other intermediate districts, and
• With community partners and state agencies,

to provide quality services and exemplary leadership in support of superior teaching and learning throughout the District.

Why Join Ionia County ISD

• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Opportunities for personal and career growth
• Impactful work
• Competitive Compensation

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Ionia County Intermediate School District and its Board of Education shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, disability, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Ionia County Intermediate School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer