Inclusion Specialist

Description

About our organization 

Since 1981, Options for Learning has been at the forefront of helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives by providing tools to create a positive foundation for school, social, and life success. Our dedicated and passionate employees have helped our organization become one of Southern California's most innovative and progressive child development organizations, serving nearly 9,000 children throughout the San Gabriel Valley. 

About this position 

This position is responsible for assisting with implementing special needs services for the organization’s Early Learning and School-age programs. 

What you’ll be doing 

• Collaborating with classroom teaching staff to provide a well-supervised, safe environment; 
• Assisting in the preparation or production of instructional materials, developing classroom schedules, and carrying out instructional programs for specific children; 
• Providing support for the basic physical needs of students as needed (e.g., toileting and diapering, administration of medication, assisting with feeding students, assisting with hygiene, etc.); 
• Participating in the data collection process by collecting, recording, and maintaining data required by student programs, classroom records, and data computer systems as assigned by the supervisor; 
• Informing supervisor of student progress on goals, skill level, and/or placement issues; 
• Making informed decisions with a supervisor about content-specific accommodations, modifications, and adaptations, presuming competence when providing support; 
• Facilitating peer support, friendships, and positive relationships; 
• Assisting education staff in implementing effective behavior management techniques with individuals and groups of children; 
• Serving as a reference and resource to parents, school staff, administrators, and outside agencies; 
• Conveying program needs to the inclusion manager and participating in program assessments and management meetings; 
• Actively participating in the organization’s in-service training; 
• Working effectively with management team members; 
• Using sensitivity and good judgment when interacting with children, parents, and staff; 
• Reading and implementing all organization and program policies and procedures; 
• Promoting full enrollment and participating in the recruitment of children as directed; 
• Assisting the inclusion supervisor; 
• Performing other duties as assigned. 

What you bring to the table 

• A minimum of 18 months of experience working with children;  
• Child development associate teacher permit or CDA credential with one course in each of the following categories: child/family/community or child and family relations; children with special needs and programs/curriculum (all core coursework must meet a minimum unit requirement of three semester units or four quarter units); child/family/community or child and family relations; children with special needs; 
• Current certification in pediatric CPR (annually), pediatric first aid (annually) and preventative health that is acceptable to Community Care Licensing (Health and Safety code 1596.866) is preferred (may be required as determined by site assignment to open or close);  
• Health screening and TB clearance (to be renewed every five years); 
• Proof of immunization for TDap, MMR, whooping cough, and annual influenza shot (waiver may be accepted for influenza); 
• Clear live scan background screening; 
• Completed mandated reporter certification training (to be renewed every two years); 
• Ability to effectively communicate in written and oral English; 
• Associate’s or bachelor's degree in child development or related field (preferred); 
• Knowledge of high-quality inclusive practices, including MTSS, Quality Rating and Improvement, UDL, Teaching Pyramid, and/or ABA approach (preferred); 
• A California driver’s license, daily use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance; 
• Fluency in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred). 

What we can offer you 

• Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 95% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time); 
• Organization-paid and matching retirement plan; 
• Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement; 
• Generous and flexible PTO; 
• Organization-wide closure from Christmas through New Year’s Day; 
• Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more! 

Job specifications 

• Reports to the inclusion supervisor;
• Non-exempt, 12-month position;
• Work hours may vary from part- to full-time (work schedule will vary depending on site and classroom assignment); 
• Limited evening or weekend hours may be required; 
• Employment, responsibilities, compensation and other factors may be affected by changes in governmental regulations, the organization’s contracts, or at organization’s discretion. 

Salary 

• $26.00 - $35.00 per hour 

Salary : $26 - $35