Child Development Specialist. Miami LilyLifestyle

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Child Development Specialist works with children, their parents, and educators in assessing a child's development needs, deficiencies, and goals. Moreover, this position offers parents and caretakers advice on how to best overcome the challenges presented by developmental issues.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

• Implement the Florida FLEPIC coaching model for center-based services to provide evidence‑based coaching to caregivers and early intervention providers.
• Support early interventionists and service coordinators in strengthening coaching practices during classroom time and at team meetings.
• Provide reflective feedback and model effective coaching strategies that promote caregiver engagement and child development.
• Participate in professional development on the FLEPIC framework to maintain fidelity in coaching practices.
• Participate in initial and ongoing eligibility evaluations and assessments with the multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct developmental screenings and assessments as assigned, using standardized tools in accordance with Early Steps policies.
• Interpret evaluation results for families and team members to support eligibility determination and service planning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including therapists, service coordinators, and family resource specialists, to ensure coordinated, holistic service delivery.
• Utilize coaching and modeling strategies to support caregiver competence and confidence in promoting child development within daily routines.
• Develop and implement strategies to support the Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) outcomes based on family priorities and developmental needs.
• Monitor child progress toward IFSP outcomes and adapt strategies in collaboration with the caregiver and team as needed.
• Assist in reviewing and updating IFSPs during six‑month reviews and annual meetings, ensuring goals remain relevant and attainable.
• Attend and contribute to IFSP meetings, team case reviews, and transition conferences as required.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Use data to inform decision‑making and support accountability in service provision.
• Provide support in classroom settings in emergency situations where staff shortages pose an immediate risk to child safety or supervision, and when no other qualified personnel are available to respond.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required

Certification and Licensing:

• Eligibility for FL Teaching Certificate or Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Learning Agility:
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

Teamwork:
Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

Technical Proficiency:
Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

Communication:
Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff