Early Childhood Facilitator Special Needs (DDRB

Early Childhood Facilitator Special Needs (DDRB)  Position Type:
Support Staff/Vacation Station Facilitator SPND Date Posted: 8/5/2026

Location:

Fairmount Elementary Closing Date: 08/15/2026  &nbsp Additional Information:
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Hours:

M-Th 11:30 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Salary: PG 14 60 $ 17.72 Hourly Reports To Vacation Station Program Coordinator About Us The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is dedicated to creating a safe, engaging, and educational environment for all students. We are seeking a dedicated Vacation Station Facilitator
- Special Needs to help maintain and enhance the quality of our school-age programs.

Job Summary The Vacation Station Facilitator
- Special Needs supports the Program Coordinator and Assistant Program Coordinator in planning and supervising a school-age program at an elementary school site. This role is crucial in creating an enriching environment that promotes both academic and social development for students with special needs.

Key Responsibilities
* Adapt and Modify

Activities:

Adjust and adapt classroom activities as needed to meet the individual needs of students.
* Support Adaptive

Skills:

Assist students with developing adaptive skills, including managing personal belongings, buttoning, snapping, and bathroom routines.
* Monitor Lunch and Social

Skills:

Oversee and support students during lunch, focusing on developing positive lunch habits and social interaction skills.
* Facilitate Transitions:
Help students during transitional periods to make these transitions less challenging and stressful.
* Implement Modified Lesson Plans:
Collaborate with teaching staff to create and implement modified lesson plans tailored to the specific needs of individual students.

Minimum Qualifications

* Education:

High school diploma or equivalent (required); completion of 60 college credits in a related field preferred.

* Experience:

Relevant job-related experience desired. Skills
* Safety Practices:
Adherence to safety practices and protocols.
* Communication:
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Record-Keeping:
Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records.
* Software Proficiency:
Proficiency in standard office software applications. Knowledge
* Basic Math:
Competency in basic math skills.
* Child Development:
Understanding of child development stages and age-appropriate activities.
* Instructional Practices:
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
* Safety Regulations:
Familiarity with safety practices and district regulations. Abilities
* Task Management:
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
* Adaptability:
Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities.
* Teamwork:
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
* Problem-Solving:
Ability to solve problems independently and make decisions aligned with program goals.
* Confidentiality:
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality. Physical Demands
* Activity:
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
* Environment:
Typically involves 20% sitting, 50% walking, and 30% standing in a generally clean and healthy environment. We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD team!