Early Intervention Specialist (EI)

Why School of Imagination

This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about early childhood development and eager to make a meaningful impact. At the School of Imagination, we value collaboration, growth, and the unique contributions of every team member as we work together to bring out the extraordinary in every child.

At the School of Imagination, Early Intervention Specialists are respected professionals, built-in collaboration time, and a truly interdisciplinary team. We prioritize quality over quantity, caregiver partnership, and a sustainable work environment where your expertise is valued and your impact is real.

Job Summary

The Early Intervention Specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting toddlers with developmental delays and their families. This position blends classroom leadership, developmental assessment, caregiver coaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure each child receives individualized, high-quality early intervention services in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development, Special Education, or a related field (required)

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with infants and toddlers with special needs in a home-based or classroom setting

• Demonstrated experience leading classes, conducting developmental assessments, writing progress reports, and developing individualized goals

• Strong understanding of infant and toddler development and the importance of the caregiver-child relationship

• Ability to build collaborative, supportive relationships with families, coworkers, and supervisors

• Strong time-management skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Must pass TB testing, criminal background clearance, and maintain current First Aid & CPR certification

Responsibilities:

• Lead an early intervention class for children ages 18 months–3, including collaborative curriculum development and individualized classroom activities

• Coach and empower caregivers to actively support their child’s development, ensuring carry-over of goals at home and in the community

• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members including OTs, SLPs, RBTs, BCBAs, classroom staff, and the Program Director

• Conduct developmental assessments across domains using standardized tools such as the DAYC-2

• Supervise and support the classroom team through coaching, observation, performance evaluations, training, and regular team meetings to ensure high-quality instruction, professional growth, and consistent educational standards.

• Oversee classroom operations and compliance, including daily preparedness, collaboration with preschool leadership, adherence to curriculum timelines and state licensing requirements, and completion of assigned cleaning and weekly duties.

• Prepare comprehensive developmental progress reports and maintain accurate session notes

• Monitor and track client goals to support measurable developmental progress

• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Range: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour, based on education and experience

• $2,000 Signing Bonus, paid after 90 days of employment, contingent upon:

• • Demonstrated good performance

  • Successful acclimation to the role

  • Effective integration into the School of Imagination’s program and team

• 100% employer-paid medical benefit options for employees

• Dental and vision coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Comprehensive paid time off + sick days

• Professional development opportunities aligned with individual interests and DEI initiatives

• Supportive team culture with an emphasis on self-care and reflective supervision

School of Imagination is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.