Itinerant Ec Preschool Teacher

ITINERANT EC PRESCHOOL TEACHER

The Itinerant Preschool Teacher provides specialized instruction and support services to preschool-aged children with disabilities within inclusive learning environments across community-based preschool settings. The itinerant teacher collaborates with families, community partners, preschool staff, and multidisciplinary teams to support student growth and access to educational opportunities in accordance with each child's Individualized Education Program (IEP). Reports to the Director of Preschool Programs.

INSTRUCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide specially designed instruction to preschool children ages 3–5 identified with disabilities.
• Implement evidence-based instructional strategies addressing communication, cognitive, adaptive, behavioral, motor, and social-emotional development.
• Deliver services within natural and inclusive environments, including community preschool classrooms, childcare centers, Head Start programs, and other approved settings.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and objectives in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and families.
• Adapt instructional materials, classroom activities, and learning environments to support student participation and progress.
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practices aligned with the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development.
• Collect and analyze student performance data to guide instruction and document progress toward IEP goals.

COLLABORATION AND CONSULTATION

• Collaborate with preschool teachers, childcare providers, related service personnel, and families to support student success across settings.
• Provide consultation, modeling, and coaching to staff and caregivers regarding instructional strategies, accommodations, developmental supports, and behavior interventions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, transition planning meetings, and eligibility determination meetings.
• Support smooth transitions for children entering preschool services from the North Carolina Infant-Toddler Program (Part C to Part B transition) and transitioning from preschool to kindergarten.
• Maintain ongoing communication with families regarding student progress, strategies for carryover, and educational needs.

ASSESSMENT AND COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in developmental screenings, observations, evaluations, and reevaluations for preschool-aged children.
• Assist with collecting and interpreting assessment data to support educational planning and eligibility decisions.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local policies and procedures related to Exceptional Children services.
• Complete required documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, service logs, and other required records in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records in accordance with FERPA and district policies.

BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

• Implement positive behavior supports and developmentally appropriate interventions.
• Support the development of play skills, peer interactions, self-regulation, communication, and independence.
• Collaborate with teams to develop and implement behavioral supports when necessary.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend required staff meetings, professional development activities, and district trainings.
• Maintain current knowledge of best practices in early childhood special education and preschool programming.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, organization, and effective time management while serving multiple locations throughout the district.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, families, staff, and community agencies.

PERFORMS OTHER RELATED WORK AS REQUIRED.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of early childhood development and preschool special education practices
• Knowledge of IDEA regulations, IEP development, and preschool service delivery models
• Ability to collaborate effectively with families, staff, and community partners
• Ability to provide consultation and coaching within inclusive preschool environments
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel between school and…