HS Classroom Support Specialist - 10 Month

Applitrack; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Long term disability

Life insurance

PA Public School Employees Retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Berks County Intermediate Unit is seeking a Frontline Applicant Tracking specialist for the Head Start program. This role focuses on coordinating mental health and classroom support services for preschool children in Berks County.

The incumbent will identify children with needs, review observations, and coordinate services with other specialists to support child development and well-being. Full-time, 10 months per year with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in psychology, behavioral health, social science, special education, or related field, with experience working with preschool age children.
• Knowledge of growth and development processes of young children.
• Knowledge and experience with mental health, behavioral health, social/emotional needs, and disability concerns.
• Knowledge of treatment strategies in child behavior management and IEP recommendations.
• Knowledge of agencies dealing with mental health and disability needs.
• Strong communication with professionals and families of children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the effective implementation of the Mental Health/Behavioral Health/Classroom Support Service Area of the Head Start Program.
• Work with other service area and center staff to identify children with special needs and behavioral/mental health needs.
• Coordinate services to enrolled children with mental health and/or behavioral issues with the assistance of other component specialists as needed.

Skills

Behavioral health knowledge

IEP knowledge

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Berks County Intermediate Unit

HS Classroom Support Specialist - 10 Month JobID: 2485

• Position Type: General Head Start/ Classroom Support Specialist
• Date Posted: 10/1/2026

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position: Coordinate the effective implementation of the Mental Health/Behavioral Health/Classroom Support Service Area of the Head Start Program.

Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

• Work with other service area and center staff to identify children with special needs and behavioral and/or mental health needs.
• Review all staff and consultant observations and screening of children.
• Coordinate services to enrolled children with mental health and/or behavioral issues with the assistance of other component specialists as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in psychology, behavioral health, social science, special education, or related field, with experience working with preschool age children.
• Knowledge of growth and development processes of young children.
• Knowledge and experience with a variety of mental health, behavioral health, social/emotional needs, and disability concerns.
• Knowledge of treatment strategies in the areas of child behavior management, family crisis intervention, and following Individualized Education Plan (IEP) recommendations.
• Knowledge of various agencies dealing with mental health and disability needs.
• Communicate effectively with professionals and families of children with special needs.

Schedule: Full-time, 10 months/year

Salary: $29.84 - $34.69/hour (salary based on education level) Per Head Start Salary Scale

Benefits Included:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions

Postings current as of 10/3/2026 1:45:26 PM CST.

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