Catalight·Lihue, Hawaii
The Special Educator provides support to families using a Primary Service Provider model and evidence-based coaching techniques for children birth to age three with developmental delays. This role involves participating in planning and implementing comprehensive programs, serving on multidisciplinary teams, administering assessments, and developing Individualized Family Support Plans (IFSPs).
Interested in putting your talents to work reimagining the way the world experiences healthcare? Look no further, the Special Educator is a key member of our team, who provides support to families using a Primary Service Provider model and evidence-based coaching techniques, ensuring an efficient, thorough, and compassionate experience.
Besides being a people person, hyper-organized, and wanting to go the extra mile, successful multi-tasking is also part of the magic for this role, as you will utilize your agility and effectiveness in connecting with our staff and the families we serve.
The ideal candidate will focus on excellence, be highly collaborative, voraciously curious, innovative by nature, and passionate about transforming healthcare. Joining our team also means that you want to be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, demands inclusion, and wants you to be authentically you. JOIN US!
Essential job functions
Adheres to Department of Health-Early Intervention Section (DOH-EIS), CARF and ESH guidelines.
Participates in the planning and implementation of a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate program for children birth to age three with developmental delays or biological risk factors for developing delays and their families.
Participates as an evaluator and member of a multidisciplinary team that determines eligibility for Early Intervention (EI) services. Supports the child and family through the evaluation process.
Administers, interprets, and shares results from speech-language pathology assessments.
Participates in the development of the Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) with the family and other team members.
As part of an IFSP team, helps families develop outcomes that are functional and based on children’s and families’ needs and family-identified priorities.
Meets or exceeds Early Intervention Program operating targets of 70% billable productivity, while effectively utilizing concurrent documentation practices during client sessions.
Provides Care Coordination services, if selected by the family.
Pre-plans and debriefs with teammates in order to effectively coach families through routine-based activities which incorporate communication skills, motor skills (gross/fine), adaptive skills, cognitive skills, and social emotional/personal social skills, utilizing a Primary Service Provider model.
Provides consultative services to parents and other team members, interprets, and applies speech-language pathology techniques, and ensures proper follow through and competence with techniques using a coaching approach.
Provides ongoing monitoring of the child and family’s needs, concerns, and strengths and assist with linking the child and family to appropriate resources.
Establishes and maintains cooperative and collaborative relationships with families and community agencies, public and private.
Maintains billable hours as outlined by the DOH-EIS and keeps participant records in accordance to Federal, State, and ESH requirements.
Attends and participates in staff and team meetings.
Provides services within natural environments (e.g., home, day care and community).
Participates and assists with the transition planning for children exiting the program.
Assists in maintaining a clean, hygienic, safe, and “childproof” environment. Reports any safety concerns to the Program Manager.
Participates in and/or coordinates ESH events (such as program activities, community fairs, fundraising, etc.), as requested.
Must report in person to assigned office location a minimum of 3 days per week, up to 5 days per week, dependent on program needs as directed by management team.
Must report in person to assigned office location within 24 hours as directed by EIS.
Other duties as assigned.
Must obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The HR Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
Travel to multiple work sites and client homes; must have access to a reliable personal vehicle.
Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
Proof of current vehicle registration and safety check.
Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations, and clear annual TB testing based on company policies.
Must obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
Must obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
Must attend all required training.
Time Type: Full time
Compensation: $63,500-68,000 Annually
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.
Easterseals Hawaii is an equal opportunity employer.
Market context
In Hawaii, Special Educator roles often reflect steady demand from schools and early intervention programs serving children with developmental delays and developmental disabilities. Competition can be strong because employers commonly look for a bachelor’s in Special Education, familiarity with IDEA guidelines, and prior early intervention experience; this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, align your resume to those qualifications and note any direct work with young children and family-centered support.