Head Start Disability & Inclusion Coach

Fairbanks-Native-Association; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Native Association (FNA) invites applications for a Disability Coordinator to support infants and young children with disabilities within the Head Start 0-5 program. You will guide care plans, coach teachers, and collaborate with families to implement IFSP/IEP goals in alignment with Head Start standards.

The role requires organizing services, monitoring progress, and coordinating with partnering districts.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Head Start Performance Standards.
• Ability to collaborate with families, teachers and partners.
• Experience coaching staff on best practices in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Implement Head Start 0-5 disabilities policies in coordination with standards.
• Coordinate IFSP/IEP development and review with school districts.
• Maintain tracking systems and documentation for disabilities and coaching components.
• Monitor and evaluate services using required reports and assessments.
• Link families to community resources and arrange supportive services.

Skills

Head Start Standards

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

BA in Early Childhood Special Education or related field

Tools

ChildPlus

Job description

Fairbanks Native Association (FNA) invites applications for a Disability Coordinator to support infants and young children with disabilities within the Head Start 0-5 program. You will guide care plans, coach teachers, and collaborate with families to implement IFSP/IEP goals in alignment with Head Start standards.

The role requires organizing services, monitoring progress, and coordinating with partnering districts.