Early Childhood Developmental Support Educator (DSE) Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Early Childhood Developmental Support Educator (DSE) SEA Early Childhood Academy – 3.5 New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time $40,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Bilingual CPR Certification Multilingual Experience with children Bachelor’s degree Classroom experience Adaptability Special Education Associate’s degree 2 years Communication skills Entry level

Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Position Overview:

The Developmental Support Educator (DSE) is crucial in strengthening early childhood classrooms by providing intensive, child-centered support in programs serving children with high developmental, behavioral, or social-emotional needs. This is a proactive, responsive position that improves classroom stability, educator effectiveness, and child outcomes across multiple sites. The DSE is embedded within the center’s day-to-day structure but remains flexible and mobile, rotating between classrooms based on identified needs. Their presence enables deeper collaboration, targeted intervention, and meaningful family and staff engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Child-Centered Support Provide direct, in-classroom support for children with exceptionalities, emotional regulation needs, or challenging behaviors. Participate in a High Five professional development cohort provided by Agenda for Children for the duration of the grant year Assist with classroom routines to ensure environments remain safe, nurturing, and inclusive for all children. In collaboration with the teaching team and support professionals, implement individualized strategies informed by behavioral data, developmental milestones, and educator feedback. Teacher & Team Support Model responsive classroom practices and support teaching staff in implementing individualized support strategies. Offer temporary classroom coverage to allow staff time for planning, reflection, or decompression—preventing burnout and turnover. Note this is a full-time role to support children with developmental needs and therefore this role cannot serve as a daily classroom floater. Participate in coaching cycles and collaborate with center leadership to refine interventions and behavioral responses. Collaboration & Communication Partner with interventionists, therapists, behavioral consultants, and site directors to ensure alignment of care and support. Attend IEP, IFSP, or internal support team meetings as needed, offering input on developmental strategies. Serve as a site-based thought partner by sharing data-driven insights and effective practices with colleagues during meetings or training sessions. Data & Documentation Track and document behavior incidents, intervention implementation, and child progress using center-approved tools. Support the collection and analysis of behavioral data and collaborate on the development of responsive classroom plans. Maintain confidentiality and follow all compliance requirements related to documentation and data sharing. School Culture & Child Advocacy Model and promote a positive, restorative approach to child behavior and emotional development. Communicate effectively with families, supporting them in understanding their child’s development and engaging them in the intervention process. Respond to urgent classroom needs and assist in creating short- and long-term strategies to support the center’s social-emotional climate.

Required Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a closely related field (Bachelor’s preferred) Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood settings including significant experience with children requiring behavioral or developmental interventions Demonstrated knowledge of inclusive classroom practices, behavioral de-escalation, trauma-informed care, and individualized support plans Familiarity with intervention documentation tools and reporting practices Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and coaching skills Ability to adapt quickly in dynamic environments, problem-solve in real time, and build trust with young children and adults alike

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Certifications:

Working knowledge of IEPs, IFSPs, and other individualized planning tools Certification or training in non-violent crisis intervention, trauma-informed practice, or early childhood behavioral guidance Commitment to restorative justice principles and socio-emotional learning in early education Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus

Commitment & Expectations:

Willingness to integrate into the school’s routine and be available across classrooms as needed Active participation in professional development, with a responsibility to share key learnings across sites This position is funded for one calendar year through the High Five ECHO Fund Grant. Individual early childhood centers will determine continuation beyond the grant period. Please contact Ashley Jackson about the position of Director of SEA Academy.

Below is her contact information:

504-241-3909 ext. 112. Her email is .

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends

Work Location:

In person