Early Teacher

Early On Teacher

Van Buren Intermediate School District SPECIAL SERVICES - Lawrence, Michigan. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5681463

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Reports To: Early Childhood Special Education Supervisor

Base

Location:

Special Services Building, 701 South Paw Paw Street, Lawrence, MI 49064

Job Goal: Provide family centered services to children birth‑3 eligible for Early On in keeping with the Principles of Early Intervention. Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine eligibility for Early On and Michigan Mandated Special Education (MMSE).

Education

Required:

Bachelors Degree

Preferred:
Masters Degree

Certification

Michigan Teacher Certification with endorsement in Special Education and Early Childhood

Work Experience

Previous experience working with families and children birth to 3 preferred.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Early Childhood Development, IDEA and Michigan Rules and Regulations, Key Principles of Early Intervention, DEC Recommended Practices, Evaluation Instruments (IDA, DAYC‑2, etc), Evidence Based Practices for Early Intervention (including Primary Service Provider Model, Coaching, etc).

• Participate as an active member of a multi‑disciplinary team to conduct comprehensive evaluations of children birth to 3 in order to determine eligibility for Early On and/or MMSE.
• Collaboratively develop Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) in keeping with the Key Principles of Early Intervention.
• Provide early intervention services to students with IFSPs in accordance with their Individualized Family Service Plan and in keeping with the Key Principles of Early Intervention.
• Effectively collaborate with colleagues to support students’ overall development.
• Participate in or coordinate transitions with relevant providers as children move from Early On to MMSE services.
• Effectively communicate, consult and team with parents, staff, agencies and others in a professional and timely manner.
• Keep up to date with best practices, research, and trends regarding Early Childhood, Early On and Early Intervention services in general and specifically as they relate to the scope of practice for Early Childhood Special Education Teachers.
• Complete responsibilities within agreed upon or established timelines.
• Adhere to Van Buren ISD and Early Childhood policies, process and procedures.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

Estimated start date: 6/15/26

Contract days: 194 (includes part‑time summer schedule)

Position is open until filled.