Ravi's Import Warehouse·Berkeley, California
The specialist provides classroom and home-based support for children with special needs while coaching teaching staff on inclusion strategies. They are responsible for developing individualized plans, attending IEP/IFSP meetings, and coordinating developmental screenings.
The Disability & Inclusion Specialist provides classroom and home-based support for children with special needs, coaches teaching staff, develops individualized plans, and works with families and service providers to ensure full inclusion. You’ll attend IEP/IFSP meetings, monitor developmental progress, and model best practices for early intervention and behavior support.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Full-time employees are eligible for heavily subsidized coverage with several plan options.
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, with options for Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
Long-Term Disability Insurance for added financial protection.
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs to support mental health and work-life balance.
Commuter Benefits available for eligible employees.
12 Designated Holidays.
Paid Time Off for vacation and sick leave.
Professional Development Opportunities and ongoing training to support your career growth.
YMCA Membership Benefits and discounts on programs for you and your family
Specific Essential Function from the Job Description for this role
1. Design and deliver high-quality programming that achieves the educational, administrative, and service delivery goals.
2. Plan and implement strategies for working with teachers and children with special needs. Strategies may include: observation in the classroom, implement early intervention based on data, modeling interventions/interactions for teaching staff, assist with developing goals to support full inclusion students.
3. Provide support, training, and case management to families with children who have special needs.
4. Coordinate completion and follow up for behavioral and developmental screenings.
5. Attend IEP/IFSP meetings and develop/oversee implementation of individualized plans for children with special needs and/or challenging behavior.
6. As an integral part of a Multidisciplinary team-Develop Individualized Positive Behavior Intervention Support Plans, model and train teaching staff on strategies including Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning.
7. Participate in Professional Development days based on classroom and program needs.
8. Manage and track referrals to local school districts and the Regional Center of the East Bay.
9. Maintain detailed records and reports.
10. Review child screening/assessment results and provide follow-up.
11. Work collaboratively and coordinate services with other staff and service providers including frequent meetings to support wrap around services.
12. Provide consistent communication to families and build positive reciprocal relationships.
13. Special projects and other duties as assigned
Join our mission! If you’re passionate about supporting children with special needs and empowering teachers, apply today and help create brighter futures for all.
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field is required, along with at least 2 years of experience in early intervention or teaching. Candidates must have a valid CDL, reliable transportation, and meet health and background clearance requirements.
Market context
In California, disability and inclusion specialist roles are often shaped by steady demand from programs serving diverse learners and families, especially in urban districts and community-based settings. This role is competitive because employers typically look for experience with early intervention, teaching, or coaching diverse, low-income populations, plus strong communication skills and a preferred master’s degree in special education or a related field. If you are applying, tailor your resume to show direct inclusion work and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save time when comparing roles.