Evaluation & Education Support CoordinatorCatherine Hershey Schools • Lancaster, California, United States
Evaluation & Education Support Coordinator
Catherine Hershey Schools
- Lancaster, California, United States
- Lancaster, California, United States
Über
Full-Time
The CHS Evaluation & Education Support Coordinator is passionate about working with teachers and interventionists to ensure all children have their needs met. This individual is invested in the health and wellbeing of young children across developmental domains including physical, cognitive, language, social & emotional and adaptive development at CHS. They will lead the early intervention/identification and evaluation process and will support instructional staff in identifying and implementing supports for behavioral and developmental concerns. This individual will also oversee efforts to understand the medical and developmental history of each student as well as assisting with any behavioral or developmental concerns, including completing a plan to recommend relevant interventions when necessary. They will lead the Center Child Study team in situations which require additional intervention and will be responsible for collecting and organizing data and information to inform referrals and work with child study team to recommend the next steps for the child. The Evaluation & Education Support Coordinator will report to the Health Services Manager. The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $69,344 per year, based on expertise.
Responsibilities:
Understanding the most updated standards of child assessment and evaluation, and planning and coordinating screening and evaluation schedules with teachers, families, or sponsors to support child needs
Assisting in the evaluation process for behavioral concerns and serve as a resource to staff by disseminating research regarding intervention tools and techniques to all who work with the child
Observing and recording behavioral concerns for identified children and working with Teachers to document behavior
Researching and recommending tools to support children's access to the curriculum who have developmental delays and other special rights. Organizing data of relevant children for further assessment
Requesting and obtaining medical records in partnership with the Center Nurse for each child under evaluation
Researching and referring children to the correct programs and services to address their needs. Gathering any additional evaluations based on IFSP and IEP goals and filling out associated forms
Ensuring that the proper procedure is followed for children that require Speech, Occupational, and Physical therapies
Organizing schedules of early intervention providers who are coming to the Center to provide services/supports
Coordinating transportation for services that do not occur at the Center
Connecting families to additional services when children have needs that do not qualify them for early intervention services
Providing a monthly report to the Health Services Manager of all data related to intervention services
Leading Child Study Team Meetings, and developing and recording child-specific support plans in collaboration with the Child Study Team
Planning training and workshops for teachers and parents to support children with special rights in collaboration with the Assistant Director and Instructional Coaches
Working with Assistant Director to develop staff training related to special needs and exceptionalities
Assisting with transition meetings of children with early intervention plans, and acquiring consent forms from parents/primary caregivers
Collaborating with the nurse, to obtain relevant child information from parents/primary caregivers to understand the child's full medical history
Acting as a mentor, in coordination with the Assistant Director, to teachers as they learn and employ intervention strategies and tools
Maintain accurate and updated records that reflect progress and development of children and the process of obtaining recommended interventions where needed
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Early Intervention, Child Development, or a related field. Master's Degree in related field preferred
5 or more years of experience in early intervention
Experience interpreting writings and implementing IFSPs and IEPs (preferred)
Exceptional executive functioning, organizational, and time management skills, and an action-oriented mindset
Knowledge and understanding of proper procedure for children that require Speech, Occupational, and Physical therapies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Responsible and enthusiastic, cares about working in a mission-focused organization
Demonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low-income families (preferred)
Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions
Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and/or willingness to learn
Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for children
U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances
Who we are and what we’re looking for
At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect.
We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application.
About Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning
At Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, we nurture children, support them in discovering their world, and help them grow to reach their fullest potential. We are passionate educators, caregivers, and role models dedicated to successful early childhood development. We believe that a rich and solid foundation, along with a nurturing and supportive environment, is critical to helping children grow. We focus on the whole child, helping them flourish in mind and body. And we set them on a path to become their strongest, brightest, and best selves in school and beyond.
Catherine Hershey’s dream was to provide children with a well-rounded education. That dream lives on in her name and is our mission at Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning.
We urge you to apply through our website. Please use this troubleshooting guide if you have any difficulty submitting your online application.
If the issue persists, please email humanresources@chslearn.org with details of the issue, your resume, and cover letter.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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