Job Description
JobID: 3430 Position Type: Licensed/ECES Date Posted: 5/8/2026 Location: antkwak Early Learning Center Date Available: 08/24/2026 Closing Date: Priority Date 05/16/2026 Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below. Position Title : Early Childhood Education Specialist Department: Early Learning Location: antkwak Early Learning Center Compensation: Per negotiated contract, Licensed Salary Schedule (Range: $56,530 - $104,459 per year; DOE) Bargaining Unit: NWEA FTE: 1.0 - 192 days per year THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION - TENTATIVE WORK DATES ARE AUGUST 24, 2026 - APRIL 8, 2027 NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: In alignment with the NWRESD's mission statement, this position provides educational programs and/or consultation to parents and community preschools, and meets the individual needs of children with disabilities and/or special needs, from birth to fi ve years of age. Operate on a highly varied schedule to plan and organize various activities to teach children with special needs, counsel parents, assess progress, and maintain required records. These activities include teaching in self-contained classrooms, home visits, family coaching, parent education, multidisciplinary team meetings, curriculum development, the preparation of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and assessment of progress and program effectiveness. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Current Oregon Teaching License through TSPC in early childhood, elementary, special education, or related field; or ability to obtain license within timeline specified by district. Previous experience working with children with special needs. Valid Driver's License; available transportation and proof of auto insurance. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations Confer regularly with immediate supervisor Proficient in the use of computer and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS Word) Working knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with students, parents, school personnel, and mental health personnel. Experience and ability to utilize effective strategies in managing students. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other Duties may be assigned. A. Assess children for cognitive, personal-social, and adaptive development. Work with a transdisciplinary team, including the family, in the development and implementation of IFSPs. Assess progress. B. Provide an appropriate environment to establish and reinforce developmentally appropriate curriculum to promote learning