LSS Early Childhood Coordinator

Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 66,834 - 81,687; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

An educational institution in Michigan is seeking an Early Childhood Coordinator to oversee the special education referral and evaluation process for children aged 2.5 to 6 years. The coordinator will promote inclusive education and ensure compliance with regulations while providing guidance and support to educators. A bachelor's degree in special education is required, along with a valid Michigan teaching certification. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in early childhood special education. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education is required.
• Master's degree in special education is preferred.
• Five years of early childhood special education experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the special education referral and enrollment process.
• Promote high-quality early childhood special education programming.
• Provide guidance and professional development for support staff.

Skills

Inclusive practices

Collaboration with families

Oversight of services

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Master's degree in special education

Valid Michigan Teacher Certification

Job description

Overview

The Early Childhood Coordinator (ECC) for Learning Support Services oversees the special education referral, evaluation, and enrollment process for children ages 2.5 to 6 years old, ensuring timely identification of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), facilitates transitions between early intervention, preschool, and kindergarten services, and ensures compliance with all state and federal special education regulations. Working closely with families, educators, and service providers, the coordinator promotes inclusive practices and high-quality early childhood special education programming. This role also provides guidance, professional development, and oversight to support staff and maintains effective, compliant services for young learners.

Salary & Benefits

Starting Administrative Salary Schedule: $74,261. Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees shall be subject to the co-payment of health care costs equal to the difference between the premium cost and the annual cost limitation imposed on public employers.

Education

Bachelor9s degree in an area of special education is required. Master9s degree in an area of special education is preferred. Valid Michigan Teacher Certification with one or more special education endorsements, or Valid Michigan license in related field required.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years successful early childhood special education related experience required, in a classroom setting preferred. Prior special education leadership experience preferred.

Application Process

An online application is required for all positions. In addition, all applicants must submit the following:

• Current resume
• Copy of transcripts
• Three signed professional letters of recommendation (written within the last 18 months preferred)

These documents must be scanned and uploaded through the online application process.

Early application is encouraged as positions may close when filled.

Posting Date

Postings current as of 3/29/2026 2:23:56 AM CST.