Preschool Teacher Intervention Specialist

The mission of the Fayette County Board of Developmental Disabilities is to offer programs and coordinate available services so that the people we serve may realize their dreams and actively contribute to their community. Our vision is to empower people to be the best version of themselves. We value teamwork, dedication, respect, and integrity. 

Located at The Starting Gate, Fayette Progressive School has been a leader in education for children of Fayette County. Partnering with both school districts, the board’s preschool serves children on individual education plans with varying disabilities and delays, at no cost to the families. A tuition-based preschool program is also offered for typical peers. We have morning and afternoon sessions four days a week for 2 hours and 45 minutes. Research has proven that kids learning and growing together is a huge benefit to all children.

The staff are licensed and certified with the Ohio Department of Education and follow a curriculum that promotes growth and kindergarten readiness. Moreover, they also have a five-star rating in Step Up to Quality, an Ohio Department of Education program developed to ensure that preschool programs are providing exceptional services to our youngest students.

For over 30 years now, the Fayette County Board of DD continues its commitment to children in these pivotal years of brain and social development. Preschool has become invaluable to launch a child onto a successful academic path.

The Fayette County Board of Developmental Disabilities is seeking a full time Pre-K Teacher Intervention Specialist for their preschool program at the Fayette Progressive Preschool.

Qualified Preschool Teacher/Intervention Specialist candidates must meet Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Operating Standards for the Education of Children with Disabilities licensing requirements. A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required. In addition, the Preschool Teacher/Intervention Specialist must have one of the following credentials: 1) a valid intervention specialist license or education of the handicapped certificate with an endorsement in pre-kindergarten special needs or early education of the handicapped; or 2) a valid pre-kindergarten certificate or endorsement or an early childhood license with an endorsement in pre-kindergarten special needs or early education of the handicapped; or 3) a valid early childhood intervention specialist or 4) a valid supplemental teaching license (or willingness to obtain one) in the area of pre-kindergarten special needs, early childhood intervention specialist, or intervention specialist in the areas of visually impaired or hearing impaired. This position starts in August 10, 2024.  

The HCBDD is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana and medical cannabis).  Individual must be able to pass criminal background checks as required by the Ohio Revised Code; 180-day probation period must be completed. Individual must be able to pass BCI and FBI criminal background checks as required by the Ohio Revised Code; pass a preemployment drug screen, physical and TB test, and have a valid Ohio driver’s license with a clean driving record and a satisfactory MVR CORSA score. HCBDD and is an EOE employer.  Please submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements and three references. No telephone calls please. .All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.