LEA Representative Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA
1 DAYS AGO
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Summary
Philadelphia, PA
Competitive Salary
2 Years Experience
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)
No Commisssion
40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time
Description Reference #: 5001115337906 LEA Representative #

ELW-20727

| Posted 04/14/2025
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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ELW-20727

| Posted 04/14/2025
| Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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$55,000 to $67,500 salary, paid time off and excellent benefits.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm
Please Note that this position requires Pennsylvania Teacher Certification covering Pre-K grade levels in Early Childhood or Special Education. This is a great job for Teachers who are seeking to find work outside of the classroom, and still use all of your experience as a Teacher!
Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation.
Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges – and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life.
Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours:
Generous Paid Time Off
Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
Paid On-the-Job Training
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
Flexible Schedules
Retirement Savings Plan
Elwyn seeks a Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative to provide administrative oversight of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for preschool early intervention in the City of Philadelphia and/or the City of Chester per Chapter 14 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requirements. The LEA Representative determines special education services, supplemental supports, and placements. LEA rep is the primary contact for families of children receiving Early Intervention services and provide ongoing administrative oversight of the implementation of the IEPs for children on their caseload.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As the primary contact for families, provide guidance and support, answer questions, and orient new families to preschool early intervention and Elwyn’s philosophy and mission
Ensure that transitions of children from the (0-3) program to Elwyn Early Learning Services and from Elwyn Early Learning Services to Philadelphia School District are completed according to PA state guidelines and timelines, through participation in transition meetings, Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) record reviews and subsequent IEP meetings, case reviews and caseload management
Write IEP’s utilizing knowledge of federal, state, and local mandates and regulations, recommendations from service therapists and family members, and analysis of child needs data gathered as essential information for the IEP
Schedule, coordinate, and lead IEP meetings and other related meetings with families and staff as required coordinate, develop, and write initial and annual IEPs
Authorize special education placement and supplemental services and supports utilizing knowledge of federal, state, and local mandates and regulations including, but not limited to, Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) and least restrictive environment (LRE)
Initiate referrals for IEP team as necessary to ensure child is making meaningful educational progress as defined in Chapter 14 regulations and IDEA
Ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of evaluation instruments and assessment techniques used in preschool early intervention programs through the review of assessment reports in accordance with best practices and industry standards
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of parents rights and procedural safeguards and communicate to parents and guardians their rights under the PA Department of Education’s (PDE) Procedural Safeguards Notice
Authorize the provision of compensatory education, including, but not limited to, determining how compensatory education will be provided
Authorize special education placement and supplemental services and supports utilizing knowledge of federal, state, and local mandates and regulations, recommendations from service providers, family members, and analysis of any progress monitoring data gathered
Oversee and examine ongoing progress monitoring activities to ensure the child’s meaningful educational progress is maintained
Collect outside evaluations related to the child’s needs to ensure that the IEP team and service delivery teams have all pertinent information in planning for appropriate services for the child
Monitor and oversee adherence to all PA state and federal early intervention laws, guidelines and regulations through timely assessment and IEP completion, assurance of service provision, appropriate discharge from service, and compliance with related timelines
Implement current best practices and special education methodologies relative to early intervention services
Ensure all disciplines are maintaining the highest quality service provision to ensure successful outcomes
Ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of evaluation instruments and assessment techniques used in preschool early intervention programs
Follow preschool early intervention program procedural guidelines in an accurate and timely manner
Maintain data systems including, but not limited to, maintaining educational records in paper format according to set timelines, electronic data entry of demographic information relative to children on caseload and IEP data fields in order to ensure accurate and reliable data
Work with families, team members, agency personnel, and other service coordinators to initiate, coordinate, and facilitate smooth, positive transitions when families enter or leave the preschool early intervention program
Work in partnership with all staff and families to establish positive rapport and trusting relationships through on-going and open verbal and written communication and status updates
Attend various outreach meetings, such as transition to kindergarten, for families, if requested
Participate in any available Limited English Proficiency (LEP) trainings
Participate in ongoing trainings offered throughout the year, as applicable, related to caseload children’s diagnoses and/or needs ; participate in any available Limited English Proficiency (LEP) trainings
Oversee and provide processing of the file transfers when there is a need for location changes or change in Least Restrictive environment (LRE)
Ensure that bi-annual re-evaluation are completed according to state guidelines via caseload management, running regular reports, and notifying the provider teams of the re-evaluation date
Ensure correct discharge procedures are followed via caseload management, running regular reports, notifying provider teams of child’s discharge from program, and following through to ensure that discharge Early Childhood Outcomes (ECO) data has been completed by the provider teams
Review and revise educational plans as needed and per state/local regulations at appropriate intervals
Ensure that all separate forms for Approved Private School (APS) children, the 4010 and 4011 application, are completed as children leave the APS Program, and forward it to the appropriate school district personnel
Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Current Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Special Education or Early Childhood ; Master’s Degree preferred
Two (2) years’ experience in an educational setting developing, writing, and implementing IEPs, preferably in early childhood
Demonstrated working knowledge of federal and state Special Education regulations including Act 212, IDEA 2014, and Chapter 14
Demonstrated working knowledge of current issues in early childhood education, including current best practices and special education… For full info follow application link. Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.