HS Classroom Support Specialist - 10 Month

- Position Type:
General Head Start/Classroom Support Specialist - Date Posted:
10/1/2026 - Location:
BCIU Administration Main Office - Work with other service area and center staff to identify children with special needs and behavioral and/or mental health needs.
- Review all staff and consultant observations and screening of children.
- Coordinate services to enrolled children with mental health and/or behavioral issues with the assistance of other component specialists as needed.
- Bachelor's Degree in psychology, behavioral health, social science, special education, or related field, with experience working with preschool age children.
- Knowledge of growth and development processes of young children.
- Knowledge and experience with a variety of mental health, behavioral health, social/emotional needs, and disability concerns.
- Knowledge of treatment strategies in the areas of child behavior management, family crisis intervention, and following Individualized Education Plan (IEP) recommendations.
- Knowledge of various agencies dealing with mental health and disability needs.
- Communicate effectively with professionals and families of children with special needs.
| HS Classroom Support Specialist - 10 Month | JobID: 2485 |
Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!
Summary of position:
Coordinate the effective implementation of the Mental Health/Behavioral Health/Classroom Support Service Area of the Head Start Program.
Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):
Qualifications:
Schedule:
Full-time, 10 months/year
Salary:
$29.84 - $34.69/hour (salary based on education level) Per Head Start Salary Scale
Benefits Included:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Long term disability
Life insurance
Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions
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