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Start Your Online Application Now Date Closing: 04/17/2026 Early Childhood SE Service Provider.docx.pdf SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION Position Title: Early Childhood Special Education Service Provider Department: Student Services Immediate Supervisor''s Position Title:mExecutive Director of Student Services FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: $46,744 to $107,076 Annually General Summary of Purpose of Job: As an Early Childhood Special Education service provider, specializing in early intervention services for eligible children, you will play a crucial role in supporting families and children with diverse developmental needs. Your primary responsibility will be to create positive and nurturing relationships with families that help to foster the developmental growth of each child. Your role will follow all due process requirements under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Minnesota state statutes. This position works collaboratively with staff, families, and community partners. SECTION II: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Provides direct and indirect instructional services to infants and toddlers, ages birth through two years 11 months, and/or their families as specified within each learner''s Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP). 2.Provides direct and indirect instructional services to infants and toddlers, ages birth through two years 11 months, and/or their families as specified within each learner''s Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP). 3.Foster open and supportive communication with parents, guardians, and other stakeholders regarding family''s priorities and needs. 4.Assists, as a member of the multidisciplinary team, in developing child and family outcomes. 5.Prepares and maintains an efficient schedule for delivery of all responsibilities in early intervention. 6.Acts as service coordinator and works cooperatively with special education staff, families, and other service providers. 7.Assures compliance with special education procedural requirements and due process timelines. 8.Participates in professional development activities to enhance your skills and knowledge. 9.Performs other duties as assigned. SECTION III: WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum education and experience required to perform adequately in position could reasonably be attained only by completing the following: X Valid Minnesota teaching license in any of the following areas: Early Childhood Special Education; or Authorization for the district to complete an Out of Field Permission (OFP) request; or Ability to meet the Tier 1 or Tier 2 PELSB license guidelines LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: (Identify licenses/certification required upon hiring: Valid Minnesota Teaching License or five (5) or more years of teaching experience Licensure Requirement (State Law): In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 122A.261, educators working in public preschool, School Readiness, and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) programs within school districts and charter schools are required to hold a valid Minnesota teaching license by July 1, 2028. Educators with five (5) or more years of relevant teaching experience prior to September 2028 may qualify for an exemption under this law. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE WORK To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Valid Minnesota teaching license in any of the following areas: Early Childhood Special Education; or Authorization for the district to complete an Out of Field Permission (OFP) request; or Ability to meet the Tier 1 or Tier 2 PELSB license guidelines Excellent communication skills with families and staff. Sensitivity and compassion for the needs of families and children with disabilities. Desire to provide assistance and advocacy to families and children with disabilities. Knowledge of and understanding of the legal and ethical requirements to keep information about children and families confidential. Willing to learn the specifics of South St. Paul educational philosophy and goals for students. Commitment to working effectively with culturally, economically, and socially diverse children and families. Physical Requirements: The physical demands and working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee is frequently required to kneel, reach, stand, walk and climb stairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental 403(b) retirement with district match TRA (Teacher Retirement Association) benefits Flexible spending account Paid time off and leave benefits Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teachers'' Collectively Bargained Agreement. Complete benefits details available through Human Resources. Benefits vary by position and contract. South St. Paul Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online