Special Instructor Over Three Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Special Instructor Over Three Kid In Development Services, LLC (KIDS) Columbia, SC Job Details Part-time |

Full-time Estimated:

$46.2K – $75.4K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Mid-level Bachelor’s degree Human Development & Family Studies Toddler care 1 year Early intervention Communication skills Full Job Description The Special Instructor Over Three (SIOT) is an early childhood professional who specializes in supporting the developmental needs of children ages three to six. The primary goal of the SIOT is to expand each child’s learning opportunities and promote meaningful progress across developmental domains. In this role, you’ll partner with families and caregivers to embed learning strategies into the child’s natural routines and environments (e.g., home, preschool, or community settings). Through a relationship-based coaching approach, you’ll help caregivers feel confident and empowered to support their child’s growth in everyday moments. SIOTs also play an essential role in conducting developmentally appropriate assessments and using the results to guide individualized service delivery. Home visits are a central part of this work, and flexible scheduling—including some evenings or weekends—may be necessary to accommodate family routines. This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, culturally responsive, and skilled in both verbal and written communication. Special Instructors aim to nurture strong, collaborative relationships with families and to promote developmental outcomes that reflect each child’s unique strengths and potential. Above all, SIOTs are committed to making a positive, lasting difference in the lives of the children and families they serve.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Caseload Management:

Coach families of children ages 3-6 with or at risk for developmental delays by delivering special instruction within natural environments such as the home, childcare, or community. Deliver early intervention services for children birth to age three with or at risk for developmental delays, using knowledge of cognitive, communication, motor, social-emotional, and adaptive/self-help development to guide support.

Family Partnership:

Establishes and maintains professional relationships with families based on trust and respect and provides supportive assistance to families. Works with family members and caregivers to create learning opportunities throughout the child’s day.

IFSP Development & Monitoring:

Collaborate with families to create and regularly update functional FSP goals, ensuring plans are strength-based, culturally responsive, and tailored to each child’s needs.

Learning Environment & Assessment:

Provides coaching and support to families and caregivers to enhance child’s ability to practice skills and benefit from learning opportunities in the natural environment. Designs the child’s learning environment and plans activities to encourage the acquisition of age-appropriate skills. Conducts child assessments that drive individualized service delivery.

Coordination of Services:

Functions as a member of the child’s interdisciplinary team, shares information, and consults with other professionals.

Documentation:

Takes detailed notes and writes reports on child’s development and progress. Submits accurate and timely routine documentation (clinical service notes) as required by DHHS and KIDS policies and procedures. Ensures client records are accurately maintained, organized, and kept up-to-date as required by DHHS and KIDS policies and procedures. Performs other duties as designated by the EI Program Director or Executive Director. Must be willing to travel established territory as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A

Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas:

Education:

Early Childhood, Special Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or Elementary Education Child/Human Development Interdisciplinary Studies (with approval from BabyNet State Office): with a focus in Early Childhood, Special Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or Elementary Education Child Life Family Studies/Family and Consumer Sciences Psychology Public Health Social Work Sociology And (REQUIRED) : At least one year of documented experience working with infants and toddlers OR working with children ages birth to 6 years with disabilities. Must submit an application to the Team for Early Childhood Solutions (TECS) office and meet requirements for the South Carolina Infant-Toddler Credential.

PREFERRED

: At least one year of experience with South Carolina’s BabyNet Early Intervention Program.