Social Emotional and Development Specialist
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Base Salary $55000$60000 (prorated at 0.885FTE is estimated at $49000 $53000
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Social Emotional and Development Specialist will advance staff performance in the provision of educational services and individualized support for children and families and provide site level leadership support as needed.
.885FTE for this position is a 40hour work week for 46 weeks each year (approximately 1840 hours) from last week in July to 2nd week in June. Annual contract from July 1June 30 at .885 FTE. Some nights and weekends.
40 A. Advance staff performance in the provision of highquality educational services.
A1. Coach assigned staff utilizing the Practice Based Coaching Model and Maintain associated records
A2. Conduct a minimum of biweekly coaching cycles with staff receiving intensive coaching
A3. Build a positive caring and supportive relationship with assigned staff through recognizing their existing strengths and engaging them in reflective discussion regarding their professional growth and development
A4. Conduct program quality assessment (PQA TPOT and CLASS) and coaching observations according to outlined timelines share outcomes with staff and provide feedback describing teaching practices observed focusing on strengths and areas of potential growth in improving practices
A5. Develop SMART goals with staff outlining quality teaching practices and steps to attaining fidelity in chosen practice
A6. Act as a role model in the classroom by implementing high quality teaching strategies and demonstrating the skills identified as an area of potential growth for the staff member
A7. Discuss with assigned staff how activities implemented in the classroom impactchild outcomes. Increase staff knowledge of early childhood development inareas including relationshipbuilding engaging parents social/emotional development positive guidance curriculum planning instructional strategies authentic engagement of children learning domains classroom setup Head Start Learning Outcomes and school readiness goals observations/ongoing child assessment developmentally appropriate practice and being an effective member of a center team.
A8. Plan design and facilitate professional development and training opportunities tosupport teachers in the implementation of the High Scope Curriculum Pyramid Model Practices and Conscious Discipline skills powers and structures as well as other topics determined through the data informed decisionmaking process
40 B. Advance staff performance in the provisions individualized support for childrenand families
B1. Provide education training and consultation focused on meeting the overall developmental needs of individual students inclusive of social emotional and behavioral
B2. Ensures completion documentation follow up and utilization of behavioral and developmental screenings
B3. Helps adults understand and change how they perceive the meaning of behaviors and atypical development through regular meetings and reflection
B4. Partners with classroom staff in the development of classroom interventions and individual supports for children with atypical behavior or development
B5. Support the overall development of individual children by: modeling universal practices providing resources supporting the development and implementation of targeted supports and facilitating the implementation of support plans and/or IEPs.
B6. Assist with program wide adoption and implementation of the Pyramid Model
Complete TPOT observations following timelines outlined in policy and procedures
Support use and collection of data (ie BIRs TPOT BoQs) at monthly Pyramid Leadership meetings
Act as External Coach for assigned sites
Stay abreast of initiatives related to Wisconsin Pyramid Model
B7. Support Parents with their childs behavioral wellness and developmental concerns
Provide staff support for working with parents on parentchild interactions and/or parent concerns
Be available to center staff and parent/guardian as needed for consultation
B8. Maintain required mental health developmental and disability documentation fortracking and reporting purposes
B9. Work in conjunction with the Associate Director of Health Services to determine
if potential health conditions or follow up needs may be negatively impacting
student development.
10 C. Support center operations by providing leadership support in the absence of the Early Childhood Coordinator or classroom support in the absence of staff.
C1. As assigned by the supervisor support sites in the absence of an ECC to ensure operations of the center to meet licensing and federal standards
C2. As assigned by the supervisor create and implement contingency plans regarding
staff absences in the absence of the ECC
10 D. Engage in Community to advocate for services for children and families.
D1. Interface and coordinate with mental health consultant
D2. Collaborate with community mental health agencies to serve children and families
D3. Collaborate with the school districts to serve children and families
D4. Enhance/expand services through partnerships and/or participate in development of written plans/agreements
Minimum BS Early Childhood Education or relevant degree.
Minimum 2 years of experience as lead early childhood teacher.
Knowledge of and experience with developmental screenings and appropriate observation/assessment methods.
Experience working with children and families of children with social emotional behavioral and/or developmental needs.
Experience in leading mentoring and supporting effective highquality childdevelopment services.
Proficient in Microsoft Word PowerPoint and Excel and familiar with Google Drive.
Masters degree in early childhood education or relevant degree
2 or more years of Early Childhood Education leadership experience
Knowledge of Family Services philosophy
2 or more years experience implementing the High/Scope curriculum
Pyramid Model or Conscious Discipline participation for 2 or more years or training completion.
Practice Based Coaching Model participation for 2 or more years or certification
2 or more years experience accessing appropriate community resources
Proficient use of Child Plus
Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:
Resume and Cover Letter
For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply contact Human Resources at or.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by Sunday April 20th 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact the Office of Human Resources.
AA/EO Statement
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CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a preemployment screening which includes a criminal background check work authorization and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
