Early Intervention Specialist- Early Head Start

Clayton Early Learning coordinates disability services for children ages 0–3, overseeing assessment, referral services, and Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP) implementation. The role serves as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders on IFSP or other developmental providers and ensures compliance with all Early Head Start requirements.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with referral specialists and families to obtain IFSP documentation, review student needs, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement the plan.
• Supports internal stakeholders to implement IFSP goals, ensuring the classroom environment is set up for student success; provides strategies for working with students who have IFSPs.
• Educates parents and families on IFSP, including their rights and responsibilities, and assists with arranging additional services or community resources as needed.
• Monitors IFSP goals, meets with stakeholders to discuss progress and recommendations, and reviews transition plans; ensures work plans are updated annually or as needed.
• Completes and maintains all required documentation (student files, IFSP forms, reports, logs, service information) and enters data into relevant systems to meet compliance and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Psychology, Social Services, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3 years of early childhood education experience with a focus on working with children with disabilities.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check (CBI/FBI fingerprinting, child abuse/neglect state registry, MVR, and national sex offender registry check every 5 years).
• Valid driver’s license with active vehicle insurance; pediatric first aid and CPR certification.
• Current PPD-TB testing, standard immunizations, and annual health statement (or willingness to obtain).
• Participation in training programs, workshops, and meetings related to the role.
• Strong technology proficiency and adaptability to new systems, applications, and digital solutions.

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the organization’s mission and values.
• Exhibits accountability, ownership, and problem-solving with resilience and emotional intelligence.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, builds strong relationships, and influences employees at all levels.
• Creates a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment for children, families, and employees.
• Knowledge of Early Head Start requirements and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Ability to manage external agency relationships and build effective, credible partnerships.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal skills, and ability to relate to diverse backgrounds.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Works independently or as part of a team; remains calm in stressful situations.

Benefits

• 16+ paid company holidays, plus up to 10 paid days off for Spring Break and Winter Break.
• Accrued vacation time (starting at 10 days/year, up to 30 with tenure).
• Paid sick time.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
• Life and AD&D insurance; mental health support through medical plan and EAP.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with 5% employer match after 1 year.
• FSA plans; College 529 investment options; identity theft protection.

Pay

$65,000–$70,000 annually.

Schedule & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours outside of normal business hours as required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the workday (with reasonable accommodation).
• Ability to travel to home visits as needed.