Early Childhood Itinerant Teacher

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Openings as of 8/30/2026

Early Childhood Itinerant Teacher

• Position Type:
  Early Childhood/ Pre-School Special Education
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location:
  
  Capital Administrative Office
• Date Available:
  
  as soon as possible
• District:
  Capital School District

Location:

Districtwide

Date Available:

August 2026

Terms of Employment: 10 Month employee - temporary if hired after contractual start date

Reports to:

Director of Special Services

Salary:
Current teacher salary schedule

• Meets certification requirements of the State of Delaware for Teacher of Early Childhood and Early Childhood Exceptional Children (Birth–Grade 2 or applicable certification).
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development and evidence-based instructional practices for young children with disabilities
• Successful completion of required Praxis examinations
• Knowledge of IDEA, Delaware Special Education Regulations, and preschool special education requirements
• Ability to collaborate effectively with families, early childhood educators, related service providers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Valid Delaware driver's license and ability to travel between district and community-based early childhood programs

• Provides specialized instruction to preschool-aged children with disabilities in natural environments and inclusive early childhood settings in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Plans and implements individualized instructional programs that meet the developmental, academic, communication, social-emotional, behavioral, and adaptive needs of students
• Collaborates with families, childcare providers, community preschool programs, Head Start, and district staff to support student participation and success within the least restrictive environment
• Attends, participates in, develops, and revises Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with parents and multidisciplinary team members
• Develops measurable annual goals, specially designed instruction, accommodations, modifications, and progress monitoring procedures aligned to student needs
• Monitors student progress toward IEP goals and maintains appropriate documentation to support instructional decision-making
• Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential educational records as required by federal law, Delaware regulations, district policy, and administrative procedures.
• Participates in eligibility meetings, IEP meetings, reevaluation meetings, transition meetings, and other multidisciplinary team meetings as assigned
• Utilizes a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies, assistive technology, and instructional materials to maximize student participation and independence
• Coaches and consults with general education teachers, early childhood providers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers to support implementation of IEPs within inclusive environments
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with students, families, community partners, and school personnel
• Assess student performance on an ongoing basis and provides progress reports and parent communication as required
• Maintains compliance with IDEA, Delaware Department of Education regulations, and Capital School District procedures
• Strives to implement through instruction and collaboration the mission, vision, and goals of the Capital School District
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence through ongoing professional learning
• Performs other duties as assigned

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

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