What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Instructor position at Abundant Life Family Services?
(THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN PHILADELPHIA)
Abundant Life Family Services (ALFS) frequently welcomes Early Intervention Special Instructor candidates for our school-based and community-based programs in Philadelphia and surrounding counties, catering specifically to the age group 3-5. A range of scheduling options may be available to accommodate candidates.
ALFS is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of our families. We offer comprehensive services across various settings, providing our team members with valuable experience in early Intervention preschool classrooms, community childcare centers, clinic and private homes. Professionals at ALFS collaborate in a team environment with other highly skilled individuals, fostering the sharing of resources and ongoing learning of new practices.
Early Intervention Special Instructor Qualifications:
1. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in early intervention, early childhood education, special education, child development or family studies.
2. Certified SI, need to provide teaching certificate, a valid Pennsylvania certificate
3. Complete competencies as state mandated.
4. One year experience working directly with preschool children, ages 3-5, or children with disabilities and their families.
Early Intervention Special Instructor Job Responsibilities:
1. Provide early intervention services consistent with professional standards.
2. Design the learning environment and activities to encourage the child to acquire developmental skills, cognition and social skills. Work with family and caregivers to establish daily routines to increase learning.
3. Provide information and resources to families of a disabled child.
4. Provide families with corrective action and/or support to enhance a child's ability to benefit from their educational environment.
5. Adhere to all federal, state and county guidelines for early intervention.
6. Participate in IEP meetings as indicated.
7. Ensure all students are serviced in their least restrictive environment.
8. Plan and organize instruction in ways to maximize the child's learning.
9. Implement a curriculum that encourages goal attainment as per the IEP.
10. Understand the special needs of the child and advocate for the child with others.
11. Attend and participate in meetings as needed.
12. Maintain all documents as per county policy and document findings timely, accurately and adhering to all educational guidelines.