Head Start Inclusion & Disability Services Lead

North Coast Opportunities, Inc.; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

North Coast Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a coordinator to ensure high-quality early education experiences for children with disabilities in Head Start programs.

The role provides training and guidance to staff, ensures regulatory compliance, and partners with local agencies to facilitate referrals and documentation. The position requires collaboration with Site/Early Learning Supervisors, data handling, and ongoing professional development to support inclusive practices and school readiness

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience working directly with children aged 0–5 with disabilities.
• Experience providing developmental observations, assessments, and curriculum modifications is preferred.
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, technical support, and guidance to teaching staff on disability services.
• Collaborate with staff and supervisors to design inclusive practices and developmentally appropriate strategies.
• Monitor referral, tracking, and follow-up systems for children needing disability services.
• Ensure timely documentation and reporting to the Education Services Manager.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in special education or early childhood education/child development OR related field

CDV106 Children with Exceptional Needs (or equivalent)

Job description

North Coast Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a coordinator to ensure high-quality early education experiences for children with disabilities in Head Start programs.

The role provides training and guidance to staff, ensures regulatory compliance, and partners with local agencies to facilitate referrals and documentation. The position requires collaboration with Site/Early Learning Supervisors, data handling, and ongoing professional development to support inclusive practices and school readiness