Eces - Early Childhood Education Specialist- Columbia Service Center - 24/25 School Year

Job Title: ECES - Early Childhood Education Specialist- Columbia Service Center - 24/25 School Year
Category: Licensed

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization.

We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job.

We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Position Title: Early Childhood Education Specialist
Department: Early Learning
Location: Columbia Service Center
Compensation: Per negotiated contract, Licensed Salary Schedule
Bargaining Unit: NWEA
FTE: 1.0 - 192 days per year

NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
To provide educational programs and/or consultation to parents and community pre-schools,
and to meet the individual needs of children with disabilities and/or special needs, from birth to
five years of age. Operate on a highly varied schedule to plan and organize various activities to
teach children with special needs, counsel parents, assess progress, and maintain required
records. These activities include teaching in self-contained classrooms, home visits, family
coaching, parent education, multidisciplinary team meetings, curriculum development, the
preparation of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and assessment of progress and
program effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.Current Oregon Teaching License in early childhood, elementary, special education, or
related field
2.Previous experience working with children with special needs
3.Valid driver's license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
1.Working knowledge and experience in development and implementation of
Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
2.Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with students, parents, school
personnel, and mental health personnel.
3.Experience and ability to utilize effective strategies in managing students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Include the following.

Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other Duties may be assigned.

A. Assess children for cognitive, personal-social and adaptive development. Work with
transdisciplinary team, including the family, in development and implementation of
IFSPs. Assess progress.
B. Provide an appropriate environment to establish and reinforce developmentally
appropriate curriculum to promote learning in all areas of development, e.g. cognitive,
social, play, language, gross motor, fine motor, self help, and behavior through baby
groups, toddler groups, and inclusive preschool classes.
C. Provide consultation, education, and support to parents through home visits, day care
visits, and community pre-schools for needs of children with special needs. Provide
consultation, education, and support to community preschool and child care providers
regarding the needs of children with special needs enrolled in their programs.
D. Occasionally provide inservice or training to building staff, parents, or community
providers.
E. Case management duties include: reviewing a child's eligibility for the program,
preparing team reports, development and preparation of IFSP goals and documents,
maintenance of required records and working files in compliance with local, state and
federal laws or guidelines, including physician's statements, and assessment of student
progress. As appropriate, may refer families to community resources and may need to
collaborate with a range of community-based providers including medical providers,
social services, or other outside agencies or providers with whom the child or family are
involved
F. Provide direction, training, and oversight to educational assistants.

Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization.

We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

FISCAL POSITION CONTROL CODE(S): 2581
JOB POST ID: 3052