EARLY INTERVENTION/EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION (EI/ECSE) 2025-2026

JOB SUMMARY:

The Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) Specialist evaluates and assesses the EI/ECSE eligibility process and determination requirements for students ages Birth–5 years old. The position works directly with students of this age group and their families in understanding, documenting and supporting the needs of our young learners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of: special education activities, including working with children with various disabilities; program design, supervision, and staff training. Skilled in: teaching and supervising infant and /or preschool programs. Ability to: work collaboratively with others and to work with culturally diverse families and communities, and/or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to equity and strengthening engagement and skill in communicating with a diverse community.

Experience: This position requires experience in Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) and training/experience in the assessment and diagnosis of early childhood developmental or disability conditions.

Education: Completion of a higher education Master’s degree or equivalent hours in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, and /or a related area.

Certification Required: A valid teaching license issued by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission with Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education, ECE endorsement or a related field, as well as completion of EI/ECSE competency certificate issued by Oregon Department of Education.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, coordinate and monitor EI/ECSE programs.
• Oversee all aspects of program operation.
• Direct classified staff working in EI/ECSE programs that are under the direction of the specialist.
• Provide input to the Director regarding staff evaluation.
• Develop budget with Director.
• Coordinate and conduct child evaluations and eligibility determination.
• Provide training and staff development.
• Participate in legally mandated meetings.
• Responsible for student records management.
• Provide consultation and/or training to other preschool staff and families regarding the services and the needs of children with disabilities.
• Perform related functions essential to the operation of the EI/ECSE programs. .
• Adhere to the policies of the District and procedures of the Department.
• Communicate clearly and appropriately in speech and in writing in accord with educational standards.
• Coordinate intake, assessment, eligibility .
• Train new staff and retrain experienced staff in performing their duties in an effective and efficient manner
• Ensure equal program quality at all sites.
• Advise the director/supervisor with respect to program quality, staff performance, and all matter related to EI/ESCE.
• Collaborate with representatives of other agencies in providing a broad spectrum of services to eligible children and their families.
• Communicate with school personnel, parents, other agency personnel and ESD staff regarding the coordination of early intervention and early childhood special education services.
• When requested by the supervisor, represent COEI/ECSE at State workgroup meetings
• May be required to bill for Medicaid reimbursement dependent upon licensure and specific services provided within the scope of the position.
• Communicate appropriately and regularly through the use of email.
• Respect and maintain confidential information in all situations.
• Fulfill other related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Language Skills: Ability to read English and comprehend complex technical language. Ability to write memoranda, correspondence, lessons plans, reports, and student achievement summaries in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed, but basic, written or oral instructions in English. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and may be continuously required to stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Works in a school environment. Able to use a telephone, operate a computer, and use other office equipment. Able to drive to other program sites and meetings.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year in accordance with negotiated agreement between licensed teachers and the district.

CLASSIFICATION:

Full-time, probationary position, location TBD.

CALENDAR/BENEFITS:

Work Hours:

2.4 hours per day; Contract days and start date TBD based on upcoming licensed contract negotiations of 2025-2026 contract.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range TBD based on upcoming licensed contract negotiations of 2025-2026 contract. (2024-2025 salary range $24,370.50 - $50,112.50).

Newberg Public Schools pays 6% PERS contribution, eligible for health insurance benefits of other licensed educators in the district, prorated at 85% of the maximum insurance benefit, provides a generous insurance cap, long-term disability and life insurance. Optional Life, AD&D insurance, Short Term Disability, Tax Shelter Annuities, Section 125 health and dependent care accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development and Employee Assistance Program through Canopy are available to all staff. Coaching opportunities are also available.

The information contained in this job description for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job may be made.