Early Intervention Careers

Basic Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in EI, early childhood special education, early childhood education, child development, special education or family studies, psychology, or related field AND one year of experience working with children, families, or individuals with disabilities.

OR

• An associate’s degree, or 60 credits in EI, early childhood special education, early childhood education, child development, family studies, psychology, or related field AND three years of experience working with children, families, or individuals with disabilities.

Is it a good fit for you?

SCs partner with families to connect them to services, supports, and resources. It is important for SCs to have general knowledge of child development and a desire to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families. It is also helpful to have strong communication and organizational skills. SC positions may be full-time or part-time and require a reliable motor vehicle, valid PA drivers license, and the ability to travel throughout Allegheny County.

Where to find current opportunities:

Visit the Alliance for Infants and Toddlers website.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in EI, early childhood special education, early childhood education, child development, special education or family studies, AND one year of working with young children with disabilities.

OR

• A bachelor’s degree that includes at least 15 credits in EI, early childhood special education, early childhood education, child development, special education or family studies AND one year of working with young children with disabilities.

Is it a good fit for you?

DVs work with young children and their caregivers to grow, build, and teach skills. It is important for DVs to have a range of child development knowledge with a focus on cognitive development, play, and social-emotional skills. It is also helpful to have strong organizational skills, flexibility, and cultural competency. DV jobs may be full-time, part-time, or casual and may include evening work hours.

Where to find current opportunities:

Allegheny County’s contracted infant/toddler EI providers regularly post job openings.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate degree or 60 college credits or a Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PATTAN) Paraeducator Certificate required.
• 1-2 years experience working with children with special needs is preferred.

Is it a good fit for you?

Preschool EI Paraprofessionals work in Preschool EI classrooms. They assist with overall classroom management, including helping students throughout daily routines, and preparing classroom materials. Paraprofessionals also assist with the supervision of children and may participate in data collection and IEP implementation.

Where to find current opportunities:

Visit the Allegheny Intermediate Unit and Pittsburgh Public Schools websites.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in education and valid PA certification required (Special Education PK-8/PK12 or Early Childhood PK-4).
• Experience working with the preschool population in early childhood education environments.

Is it a good fit for you?

Preschool EI Teachers evaluate and deliver special education services in preschool settings, including Intermediate Unit classrooms, local child care programs, and/or community preschool programs. Preschool EI teachers develop, implement, and monitor students’ IEPs while collaborating with parents/guardians, early educators, and support professionals.

Where to find current opportunities:

Visit the Allegheny Intermediate Unit and Pittsburgh Public Schools websites.