This position is located in the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning, Early Childhood Intervention. The incumbent is assigned to the District of Columbia Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Development Delays, which is federally funded under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part C, P.L. 101-110, as amended. The program is responsible for implementation of a state-wide system of coordinated interdisciplinary, interagency programs to ensure the provision of appropriate early intervention services to infants and toddlers with delays or disabilities who meet the District of Columbia definition of "developmental delay" and their families. This is called the "Part C" System.
The D.C. Early Intervention Program is responsible for the implementation of the sixteen components of IDEA, Part C. This program is responsible for ensuring that identification and service delivery occur within the specific timelines mandated in the Federal legislation. In addition, the Program is responsible for the following activities: collection of demographic data; comprehensive assessment of services and available resources; coordination of service programs within the public and private sectors; promotion of public awareness regarding the program; development of state-level policies and procedures designed to enhance the capacity of families to meet their infants and toddlers with delays or disabilities; funding direct services and demonstration projects for eligible Part C children and their families; responding to Federal reporting requirements, such as preparation of the state application, annual reports, and data collection reports.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent performs professional work designed to provide a range of developmental services to families of infants and toddlers with developmental disabilities. Work involves developmental evaluations and assessments, intervention, and consultation with family members and other professionals/ agencies working with the family for children with varying degrees of developmental disabilities. Works in conjunction with the Clinical Manager to implement the clinical operations of the program including the Natural Learning Environment Framework. Attends and participates in staff meetings. Participates on work groups aimed at improving practices or procedures and/or promoting learning and wellness in the workplace and in outreach activities.
Completes eligibility evaluations for infants and toddlers in the program. Provides updated assessments for on-going clients. Participates as member of an interdisciplinary evaluation team to determine eligibility for services. Participates in the development of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) in conjunction with the service coordinator and the family. Assists in determining family priorities, resources and concerns. Develops IFSP strategies and goals aimed at attainment of the family’s outcomes. Participates in team meetings to support a collaborative approach to the development of each infant and toddler. Collaborates with service coordinators for provision of quality services for infant and toddlers. Participate in person at all IFSP reviews for assigned children.
Qualifications and Education
Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position.
or
Combination of education and experience - courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a 4-year course of study.
At least one (1) year of experience with interventions for children birth to three years of age is preferred.
Master’s degree in early childhood special education or special education is highly desired but not required.
Licenses and Certifications
None.
Working Conditions/Environment
Work is performed partially in an office environment and partially in the child’s natural environment such as home, child development centers, and community. The employee is required to work in all areas of the city, some of which are known to be high crime areas.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Varies
Duration of Appointment: This is an Education Service (ES), “At-Will” Appointment. All positions and appointments in the Education Service serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
Plan, Series, Grade: CS-1701-12
Salary: $80,784 - $103,333
This is a grant funded position. Continued employment will be contingent upon available funding.
Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not covered under a collecting bargaining agreement.
Position Designation: This position has been designated as Protection-Sensitive. Pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations; in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying protection sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:
Residency Preference: Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.