Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher - Vacancy ID: 275231
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Position Details
FTE: 0.30 FTE (Part-time — approximately 12 hours/week)
Schedule: Two partial days per week during child contact hours (exact days/times negotiable within school operating hours)
Location: Early Learning Center at Blair-Taylor Elementary
Position Summary
We are seeking a collaborative and dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to join our team in a 0.30 FTE capacity. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to co-teach across early learning environments, including 3-4 Year Old Head Start, and 4-Year-Old Kindergarten (4K) while providing specialized instruction and case management to support our young learners.
The ideal candidate will work directly with children two partial days per week, delivering Specially Designed Instruction (SDI), managing IEPs, and actively participating in early intervention and assessment efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Co-Teaching & Instruction
- Co-teach alongside early childhood general education and Head Start teachers across 3-Year-Old Head Start, 4-Year-Old Head Start, and 4K classrooms.
- Plan and deliver Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) tailored to individual student needs within inclusive early childhood settings.
- Differentiate core curriculum and implement accommodations/modifications to ensure full access for students with diverse learning needs.
Case Management & Compliance
- Serve as the Special Education Case Manager for a small caseload of early learners.
- Develop, write, and implement comprehensive Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in alignment with federal, state, and district guidelines.
- Participate in initial special education evaluations and re-evaluations for early childhood students.
- Track, monitor, and report student progress toward IEP goals.
Child Find & Assessment
- Actively participate in the district’s early childhood Child Find process–Child Development Days to assist in identifying, locating, and evaluating children who may need special education services.
- Administer early childhood developmental screeners and standardized assessment tools.
Collaboration & Communication
- Maintain ongoing, collaborative communication with general education teachers, Head Start staff, itinerant services staff, and administrators.
- Establish strong, supportive partnerships with families, guiding them through the IEP process and early special education transition.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Licensure: WI DPI Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) 1809 or 1809 or willingness to obtain.
- Education: Bachelor
- Experience:
- Prior experience working with 3- to 5-year-old children in inclusive or specialized settings preferred.
- Experience with the IEP process, early childhood evaluation tools, and Specially Designed Instruction (SDI).
- Schedule Availability: Able to work on-site during child contact hours across two partial days per week.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong foundational knowledge of early childhood development and evidence-based early intervention practices.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills to manage a small caseload within a part-time schedule.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective co-teaching and family engagement.
- Familiarity with Head Start performance standards and public school 4K models is a plus.
Candidate Requirements
- Early Childhood - Special Education
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications