Position: Disability Services Specialist
Head Start Child Development Program
Rate of Pay: $30.00 to $39.00 per hour (Depending on Experience & Education)
Hours: 40hours/week, 12 months/year
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Pay Differential Available
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the guidance of the Education Services Manager, the Disability Services Specialist is responsible for ensuring high-quality early education experiences and a nurturing learning environment that promotes school readiness. This role involves monitoring, coaching, and providing technical assistance to staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the implementation of comprehensive services for Head Start (HS) Preschool and Infant/Toddler programs. As the program Disability expert, the Disability Services Specialist will collaborate with staff to promote best practices in early childhood education, positive adult-child interactions, and developmentally appropriate practices primarily for children with disabilities and concerns. Partner and network with local agencies to ensure disability documents and referrals are completed in a timely manner.