Salary: $70,720-$74,880 annually

$2,500 SIGNING BONUS!!

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Position Summary

The Early Intervention Special Educator is a core member of the HopeSparks Children's Developmental Services Program which focuses on providing quality Early Intervention Services to infants and toddlers with developmental disabilities and delays throughout Pierce County.

The Special Educator will provide specialized instruction and educational support to infants and toddlers, in their natural environment, who need intervention and/or support with cognitive, physical, communication, social and emotional, and adaptive development. Collaboration with the child's family and/or caregivers is essential. The Special Educator will provide parent coaching and reflective practice to additionally support families and caregivers.

The Special Educator will meet regularly with parents and caregivers to provide developmentally appropriate intervention as directed by the family and child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). This person will also coordinate closely with the child's Family Resources Coordinator (FRC) and multidisciplinary Children's Developmental Services Team, which may consist of additional providers such as an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, and/or Speech-Language Pathologist.

HopeSparks believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhance our ability to fulfill our mission. We strive for equity and justice in the way people are treated and the opportunities they have to succeed by working to address racism, inequitable treatment, and other barriers to inclusion. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds (including communities of color, the LGBTQ community, veterans, and people with disabilities) to apply and join us in our work.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide services in families' homes and/or telehealth
• Provide services in childcare facilities
• Provide services in a variety of community settings throughout Pierce County
• Meet regularly with parents and caregivers
• Provide developmentally appropriate educational and therapeutic intervention
• Work directly with the child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
• Coordinate closely with the child's Family Resources Coordinator
• Coordinate with Early Intervention team
• Coordinate with any additional community medical and therapeutic professionals

Minimum Qualifications

• Washington State teaching certificate
• Valid Special Education certificate
• Master's in early childhood education or special education
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Imagination and creativity
• Bi-lingual Spanish speaking a plus
• Must possess a positive attitude and friendly manner with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with parents, caregivers, and professionals
• Intermediate level of computer skills: application knowledge in Word, Excel, and Google Calendar, Docs, and Mail
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license, automobile for on-the-job use, and proof of current automobile insurance
• Must pass state and national background check

Job Conditions

All Early Intervention Services are provided in the child and family's natural environment, which is typically in the child's home, community, and/or telehealth. Services may also be provided in an agency clinical setting, as appropriate. Work that is related to, but not in direct contact with clients, is conducted in a HopeSparks office and or other location, as appropriate.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing working environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time
• Prolonged computer work at times
• Ability to relate to multiple audiences (families, children, mental health professionals, etc.)

Benefits

• Full benefits available to all team members working 30 or more hours per week
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO - accrual of 16 days the first year of employment
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Medical and Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Spouse Voluntary Life Insurance
• Child Voluntary Life Insurance
• Dependent Care FSA
• HSA
• EAP
• FMLA after the first year of employment
• PFML after two months of employment (if qualified)
• Ongoing Training / Consultation
• Weekly individual and group supervision
• Weekly team meetings to support professional development

This position will adhere to all confidentiality guidelines as outlined by HIPAA and the Office of Civil Rights. This highest degree of confidentiality is required at all times.

HopeSparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any persons on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a veteran.