Bilingual Birth to Three Developmental Therapist

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives. 
 
Mission
EdAdvance, exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.
 
EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach – grounded in the “3C’s”, Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

Bilingual Birth to Three Developmental Therapist 

Reports to:  Director, Birth to Three Services
Full-time, Annual Calendar
Salary, Exempt
Waterbury Region
The position is open until filled / Anticipated start date is July 1, 2025

Job Description: EdAdvance is seeking a Bilingual (Spanish) Developmental Therapist for the Birth to Three Department to deliver early intervention (Part C IDEA) services. The qualified candidate will be professional, organized, and able to work independently.

Major Responsibilities:
1. Home visitation with infants, toddlers, and their families
2.  Assist families with the implementation of strategies to enhance the development of their child
3.  Develop IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) with families
4.  Provide service coordination to families
5.  Assist child with the transition to preschool programming
6.  Work in trans-disciplinary team of Early Childhood professionals
7.  Other duties as may be assigned
8.  Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel
• Ability to develop effective relationships
• Excellent interpersonal skills
   

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. CT Certified Early Childhood Special Education (112, 113, 065, 165 Endorsement, TRB Eligible)
2. Experience with infants, toddlers, and families
3. Experience utilizing principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
4. Excellent organizational skills and computer literacy
5. Able to read and write in Spanish

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling and therapeutic holding as required
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodations

Travel:  Travel required within the Waterbury Region. Must have reliable transportation, have a driver’s license, and car insurance.

Application Procedure:   
Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance’s employment page at, http://edadvance.org/about-us/employment, and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.


EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law).  EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT  06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance’s compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: HR@edadvance.org