Educator (Early Childhood/Special Education)

Educator (Early Childhood/Special Education) - Early Intervention (Full Time)

Location: Woonsocket, RI

POSITION SUMMARY:

Plans and implements the delivery of Early Intervention services to eligible children and their families from intake through transition according to RI Operational Standards and Individual Family Service Plans. Services are provided in collaboration with families and other team members in a coaching model that reflect the priorities of the family in a manner that is developmentally appropriate. Coaching incorporates goals and strategies within daily home routines. Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team in promoting excellence in the field and adhering to agency professional standards of care in order to continuously improve the quality-of service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, OR
• Certified by the Rhode Island Department of Education as an Early Childhood Education teacher, Early Childhood Special Education teacher
• Minimum 1-3 years direct service experience with young children with special needs and their families.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide services in family homes or the community.
• Provide coaching and education on various topics related to child development and parent-child interactions.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Reliable transportation is necessary.

Benefits

Community Care Alliance offers competitive salaries based on experience, skills and performance, a comprehensive benefits package, and great quality of work/life.

• Generous vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage as well as voluntary vision and AFLAC supplemental coverage.
• 403b with matching after 6 months of employment.
• Flexible Spending (FSA) and Dependent Care (DCA) accounts.
• Agency-paid group life insurance; long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure/certification bonuses.
• Employee referral program as well as bilingual skills premium.
• On-site or nearby parking available at most buildings; mileage reimbursement for client and business related use of your personal vehicle.

To apply for this opening please visit our website www.communitycareri.org and select "Careers" and then "Current Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.

About Us

Community Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social and emotional challenges.

Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

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