Play and Learn Group Specialist (.5 FTE)

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Position Title: Play and Learn Group Specialist (.5 FTE)

Job ID: RR-112700

Salary Range/Level:

$26,941 - $38,347

(commensurate with experience)

Grant Funded Position

Affiliation:

2024-2025 Union Affiliation:  IIPSA

Work Location:

Ingham ISD – Mason, MI

Schedule:

52 weeks/year, 20 hours/week, 4 hours/day

Reports To:

Michelle Sabo

msabo@inghamisd.org

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

How To Apply

A completed online application is required. (See application instructions at Ingham ISD under Join Our Team.)

Internal applicants, please use your Ingham ISD email address when applying.

About The Role

Under the supervision of the administrator and in accordance with the established practices and procedures of the Ingham Intermediate School District, the Play and Learn Group Facilitator shall provide services to families and children ages birth to kindergarten entry. Children must participate with their families as part of the playgroup sessions. The Play and Learn Group Facilitator will provide parent-child playgroups across the intermediate school district, focusing on Refugee Populations. Services will be provided in a group setting but will focus on family-centered service, developmentally appropriate practice and individual needs. Additionally, the Play and Learn Group Specialist may provide developmental screening, family assessment, and collaborative consultation with staff, parents¸ agency personnel, and administrators.

• Facilitates weekly family-child playgroup sessions within Ingham Intermediate School District. The number of playgroups will vary with enrollment, need and capacity. This includes planning, set up, clean up, travel, transportation of needed equipment and supplies, documentation, data collection and reporting.

About You

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in child development and/or early intervention.
• Knowledge and expertise of infant and toddler development, learning, family-centered service, and cultural diversity.
• Training, certifications and/or experience to provide service coordination, developmental screening, diagnostic and direct services to children aged birth to 3 eligible for Early On focusing on family-centered service, procedural safeguards, transitions, natural environments, and developmentally appropriate practices and activities.

About Us

Why Join Ingham ISD

Ingham ISD is dedicated to providing diverse educational supports for school districts, children, and families, emphasizing student achievement, leadership, and collaboration. We seek team members committed to our mission, fostering innovation, and embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, contributing to a culture that enriches ideas and perspectives for the benefit of those we serve.

• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Opportunities for personal and career growth
• Impactful work
• Competitive Compensation

We offer our employees top-tier benefits, including a choice of five health insurance plans, district-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability. Visit our website for a comprehensive list of benefits.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of Ingham Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 2630 West Howell Road, Mason, MI, 48854. (517) 244-1289.

Your Impact, Our Legacy: Join Ingham Intermediate School District for a Meaningful Career.