Special Instructor/Birds of a Feather Facilitator

Pay Rate: $26.00/hour
Employment Status: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Allegheny County
Sign-On Bonus: $2,000

Make a Meaningful Impact

Do you have a passion for helping young children reach their fullest potential? Achieva is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Instructor to partner with families of infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities. Through coaching, education, and family-centered support, you'll empower caregivers to help their children thrive in everyday routines and natural environments while making a lasting impact during the most important years of development.

About Achieva

For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person's unique aspirations.

Position Summary

The Special Instructor implements Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) outcomes for eligible infants and toddlers within the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) Early Intervention Service Delivery Model. This position partners with families to provide coaching, education, and developmental support in natural environments while fostering meaningful relationships that promote each child's growth and success. The Special Instructor reports to the Early Intervention Manager and facilitates the Birds of a Feather Playgroup in Westmoreland County and surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement strategies and interventions identified within each child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Review and utilize Multidisciplinary Evaluations and IFSPs developed by the Interdisciplinary Assessment Team (IAT).
• Establish supportive, collaborative relationships with families and caregivers through a family-centered coaching approach.
• Utilize Early Intervention Service Delivery Model techniques to coach families toward achieving IFSP outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including session notes, data collection, quarterly progress reports, transition paperwork, and other required records.
• Complete and submit weekly timesheets and required documentation within Unicentric.
• Schedule and provide services in homes, childcare settings, and other community-based environments as appropriate.
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, physicians, community agencies, and other professionals involved in the child's care.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with seminars, conferences, community outreach, and public speaking engagements related to Early Intervention.
• Develop and deliver presentations for parents, professionals, and community groups.
• Serve as a mentor for interns and practicum students from colleges and universities as assigned.
• Facilitate the Birds of a Feather Playgroup, including planning activities, preparing materials, and completing required documentation.
• Maintain availability for work-related communication, including the use of a personal cell phone when required. Employees may be eligible for a cell phone stipend.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Early Intervention, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Experience working with young children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to establish collaborative relationships with families and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and manage multiple priorities.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required Act 33, Act 34, and applicable background clearances.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Intervention, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• One or more years of experience working with children with disabilities and their families, or completion of a supervised practicum in a college or university setting.
• Pennsylvania K–4 or K–8 Teaching Certification.

Why Join Achieva?

• Meaningful Work: Empower infants, toddlers, and their families by providing individualized support that promotes lifelong learning and development.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a collaborative, mission-driven organization dedicated to helping children and families achieve meaningful outcomes.

Comprehensive Benefits Include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions after one year
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays for work-life balance

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a workplace and community where all individuals feel respected, included, and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives. To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources at 412-995-5000 ext. 650 or hrsupport@achieva.info.

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