EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assesses learning needs of infants and toddlers through observation and administration of appropriate evaluation protocols, curriculum-based assessments, and information provided by parents and team members for eligibility special education services, or extended IFSP services.

Develops an IFSP that address developmental outcomes that are precursors to the MCPS prekindergarten curriculum.

Provides and evaluates instruction for infants and toddlers, and family members and/or caregivers. Selects appropriate teaching techniques, modifying tasks and materials to accommodate individual needs and outcomes.

Uses assistive technology to address developmental outcomes and accommodate learning needs.

Collaborates with team members on learning strategies, instructional approaches used with family members and the use of equipment and adaptive devices (as appropriate).

Completes mandated reviews and planning meetings, and revises IFSP outcomes as needed, throughout the year in collaboration with families and team members.

Provides service coordination for a portion of families on his/her caseload.

Participates in Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers training and professional development activities.

Coaches parents and caregivers during instructional sessions and provides activities for home follow-through.

Collaborates with MCPS prekindergarten staff regarding transition planning when appropriate.

Guides parents through the transition process in preparation for services from age three through prekindergarten.

Completes required documentation such as evaluations, and family service notes in a timely manner.

Performs related work as required.