The wage range for this position is a salary between $64,591 and $131,472 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. Description:
Under direction of the Preschool Education Program (PEP) Coordinator, supports the implementation of the Individualized Educational Program (IEP) for students and their families in accordance with MCPS Program of Studies. Major responsibilities are to support families/caretakers and staff working with children ages three through five enrolled in the program. Assistance occurs within the classroom setting or through group and individual meetings with parents. Parent Educators plan and conduct parent group seminars, and assist families through intake and exiting process. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of special education programs including federal and state legislation relating to assessment, programming, and services for preschool students with disabilities; ability to understand and relate well to students, their parents/caregivers, and classroom teachers. Excellent human relations and oral and written communication skills.

Education Training Experience:
Master^s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in psychology, counseling, social work, education, or related field. Trainingand considerable experience in working with pre-kindergarten students with developmental delays and their families. Experience in education-based setting preferred; or other combinations of applicable education and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.Certificate License:Maryland State Department of Education requirements as special education teacher preferred, but not required. Other licenses/certification inappropriate fields are acceptable.

Under direction of the Preschool Education Program (PEP) Coordinator, supports the implementation of the Individualized Educational Program (IEP) for students and their families in accordance with MCPS Program of Studies. Major responsibilities are to support families/caretakers and staff working with children ages three through five enrolled in the program. Assistance occurs within the classroom setting or through group and individual meetings with parents. Parent Educators plan and conduct parent group seminars, and assist families through intake and exiting process. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement. Knowledge Skills Abilities:Thorough knowledge of special education programs including federal and state legislation relating to assessment, programming, and services for preschool students with disabilities; ability to understand and relate well to students, their parents/caregivers, and classroom teachers. Excellent human relations and oral and written communication skills. Education Training Experience:Master^s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in psychology, counseling, social work, education, or related field. Trainingand considerable experience in working with pre-kindergarten students with developmental delays and their families. Experience in education-based setting preferred; or other combinations of applicable education and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position. Certificate License:Maryland State Department of Education requirements as special education teacher preferred, but not required. Other licenses/certification inappropriate fields are acceptable.

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