Early Childhood Education​/Disabilities Coordi

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Education Disabilities Coordinator to join our team in Okeechobee, FL. In this role, you will provide supervision, support, training, and technical assistance for classroom staff in support of quality early childhood education services.

• Bachelor in early childhood education (ECE), Child Development, Special Education, Early Intervention, or related field with 6 courses (18 credits) in early childhood education;
  Head Start, supervisory and related years of experience.
• Experience working with children with disabilities in an educational setting

• Master’s in early childhood education (ECE), Child Development, Special Education, Early Intervention, or related field with 6 courses (18 credits) in early childhood education;
  Head Start, supervisory and related years of experience. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Experience providing training and support to teachers and staff on best practices for working with children

• Collaborate with families, teachers, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized education plans for each child
• Provide training and support to teachers and staff on best practices for working with young children
• Recruit, screen, interview, and hire classroom staff in cooperation with Campus Director and appropriate staff following guidelines established in ECMHSP’s Personnel Policies. Address disciplinary issues and conduct performance appraisals according to ECMHSP policies and guidelines.

• Individualized professional development plans and opportunities for growth
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Life and Disability insurance
• Employer match and contributions to a 403(b)-retirement savings account
• Flexible Spending Plans
• 16 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick & Leave Time
• Consideration for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

ECMHSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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