Service Coordinator- Early Intervention

Delaware County Intermediate Unit; Aston Township (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational organization seeks a dedicated Service Coordinator to enhance early intervention programs. This role involves collaborating with families, teachers, and community resources to develop individualized education programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of early childhood education and special education regulations, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of preschoolers with disabilities, providing essential support and guidance to families. Join a passionate team committed to fostering educational success for all children.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related area is required; Master's preferred.
• Valid PDE certification in Special Education is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with staff and families to deliver relevant services.
• Manages student caseloads to ensure timely IEP service delivery.
• Maintains knowledge of special education regulations for compliance.

Skills

Collaboration with instructional staff

Knowledge of early childhood education

Understanding of special education regulations

Data collection for reimbursement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related area

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

The job of Service Coordinator was established for the purpose/s of serving as Local Education Agency (LEA) representative for DCIU Early Intervention programs and services; Develop individualized education programs and coordinate services between DCIU, family, and contracted providers for classroom and related services.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of delivering relevant and appropriate services to the student.
• Facilitate And Participate in a variety of written materials (e.g. evaluation reports and individual education programs etc.) for the purpose of producing all mandated forms and procedures within established timelines.
• Maintains current knowledge of early childhood education (e.g. best practices, special education methodologies, evaluation instruments, and assessment techniques) for the purpose of applying them to early intervention.
• Maintains current knowledge of state and federal special education regulations including accessing basic education circulars and OCDEL announcements for the purpose of ensuring compliance.
• Manages a student caseload for the purpose of assuring all services on the IEP are delivered to children and families within timelines.
• Responds to inquires from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, LEA’s, districts, behavior support consultants etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Supports classroom teachers, families, and staff members for the purpose of assisting them in the ER/IEP process.
• Understand services for a variety of disabilities, placement options and children in the transition process (e.g. birth to three to EI , EI to school age) for the purpose of ensuring student access to IEP services.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians for the purpose of helping families access community educational resources, and medical assistance.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with teachers, therapists and agencies for the purpose of meeting the needs of eligible preschoolers.
• Participates in a variety of meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Participates in data collection for the purpose of ACCESS reimbursement.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Education Required:Bachelor’s Degree in job related area; Master’s degree preferred

Certification Required:Valid PDE certification in Special Education

Experience Required:Job related experience required