This job posting will close at 11:59 PM on November 19, 2026.
Job Summary
The staff member who holds this position will serve as a liaison with Early Steps, Child Find, and/or Head Start. They will complete observations, assessments and individual education plans as well as participate in Eligibility Determination meetings for children referred to our district, who are suspected of having a disability. This staff member will work with evaluators and Admissions Representatives to determine the appropriate educational services for the preschool aged children who come through our office.
Essential Functions
- Participates in Multidisciplinary Team for referral, evaluations, eligibility, Individual Education Plans, and placement activities according to district, state and federal guidelines.
- Maintains communication with parents and appropriate district staff in facilitating admissions and placement of exceptional students.
- Reviews placement recommendations of evaluators and Multidisciplinary Teams and writes the Individual Education Plans.
- Assists in preparation of required district, state federal documents and projects.
- Maintains communication with Early Steps and community agencies to facilitate follow-through with specific cases
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Compensation
The base salary for this position is $52,888. Exact salary will be determined based on verified years of experience.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: Five (5) years successful elementaryclassroom teaching experience.
Certifications & Licenses: Florida Department of Education Certification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to create an effective Individual Education Plan
- Working knowledge of students with special needs
- Working knowledge of DCPS exceptional student education policies and procedures
- Knowledge of federal, state, and district legislation, policies and standards regarding ESE
- Knowledge of data management information systems
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software skills
- Strong presentation development and delivery skills
- Ability to plan and implement Multidisciplinary Team recommendations
- Ability to maintain communicationwith parents and appropriate school and district staff in facilitating referral, eligibility, and reevaluation of students with exceptional needs
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to prepare reports