Early Education Specialist
Seeking In-Home Early Education Specialists
Job Description:
A Developmental Specialist’s primary responsibility is to provide play-based education and developmental enrichment to infants, ages newborn- 3 years, and their families within a home-based program. Activities include but are not limited to consistent home visits, family education and support, curriculum planning, scheduling, assessment, and play.
Responsibilities:
- Provide in home developmental stimulation/educational services to children 0-3 years of age.
- Develop a professional relationship with families through coaching and modeling.
- Hands on interaction with infants and toddlers that encourages engagement and natural play.
- Knowledge of a client’s IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) including developmental goals, family concerns, and related health issues.
- Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate activities as they relate to the child’s outcomes and development.
- Maintain weekly schedules and appointments including annual and semiannual reviews, upon service coordinator’s request.
- Maintain ongoing developmental reports for each child, keeping records of developmental progress using the DAYC-2.
- Maintain open communication with families through verbal feedback, recommendation, and session notes.
- Ensure confidentiality of privileged information in compliance with HIPPA.
- Maintain adherence to all company policies and procedures.
- Complete designated hours as to the best of your ability within the service month.
- Attend and participate in all developmental staff meetings and in-service trainings.
Qualifications:
Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree required: Field of study can be Child Development, Psychology, Sociology, Humanities, Behavioral Science, Education, or other related fields.
Experience: Experience working with infants (newborn to 3 years old) is preferredTraining: Extensive training will be provided.
A valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation and a willingness to travel within a 30-mile radius to conduct in-home visits. Drive time and mileage will be reimbursed.
Strong organizational skills and a desire to work with people of different socioeconomic backgrounds.
Bilingual preferred
Benefits:
- 401K Safe Harbor plan with Company match
- Health, Dental, Vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Vacation Accrual
- Paid Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Performance Bonuses
- Paid Training and Admin Time
- Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement
- Flexibility to create your own schedule
- Career growth opportunities
Compensation:
We offer a highly competitive hourly rate ranging from $23.00-$28.00 per hour based on degree and experience.
Work Hours:
Full Time: Monday-Saturday between 30-40 hours per weekPart Time: Monday-Saturday between 15-25 hours per week
Location:
Seeking candidates for the following cities in the Inland Empire; High Desert (Victorville, Hesperia), Temecula, Beaumont, San Bernardino.
If you are passionate about working with children and interested in starting a career in Early Intervention, we strongly encourage you to apply.