Early Learning Essentials·Springville, Utah
The coordinator works within the Disabilities and Mental Health team to plan, implement, and monitor services for children with special needs or behavioral concerns. They also coordinate functional assessments of behavior and develop intervention plans to support student academic success.
Make a difference in the community with Early Learning Essentials (ELE)! We are a non profit organization that offers preschool services to children and families who encounter life's challenges and need a hand up.
Full-time positions enjoy exceptional benefits with medical, dental, life, and a 401(k). We are a family friendly company as all staff enjoy gym benefits, weekends off, and twice the normal holidays!
Works within the Disabilities and Mental Health team in a collaborative team approach, serving as the content area expert to assist the Disabilities and Mental Health Manager and the Education and Child Development Director in planning, implementing, coordinating and monitoring services for children with special needs and/or behavioral concerns, per Head Start Performance Standards, the agency's policies and procedures and in support of the agency school readiness plan. Coordinates the functional assessments of behavior (FBA) and the development of Behavior Intervention Plans which address students' inappropriate behaviors and to provide a means to help children become more academically successful. The Disabilities and Behavioral Specialist also provides classroom and agency-wide behavior management strategies. Position uses independent judgment to support overall school readiness for all Head Start children, as needed.
Health, Dental, Life, HSA Contributions, 401K, and EAP counseling.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college/university with a major in Behavioral Sciences, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Elementary Education or a closely related field as determined by the agency, PLUS experience working with children, preferably 3-5 years of age
Please apply on our website at https://eleutah.applicantpro.com [https://eleutah.applicantpro.com/]
Early Learning Essential is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment actions based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic identity, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.
Early learning essential reserves the right to revise this job description at our discretion with or without notice at anytime
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess experience working with children aged 3-5. A professional license such as BCBA or BCaBA is required, or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
Market context
In Utah, Disabilities & Mental Health Coordinator roles are typically tied to early childhood programs that need staff with both child-development experience and behavior-support credentials. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a relevant bachelor’s degree, experience with children ages 3–5, and a BCBA or BCaBA license, or the ability to obtain one within six months. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure timeline and early-childhood experience before applying.
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