Educational Specialist (Full-Time)

Child & Family Development•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

We’re expanding to meet the increasing needs of the children and families we serve. If you're passionate about supporting child development and mental health, we invite you to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to making a lasting impact. About Us: For over 45 years, Child & Family Development (C&FD) has been a trusted leader in providing comprehensive, integrated and quality services to children and families in the Charlotte area. Established in 1980, we are we are proud to be the region’s longest standing private, outpatient pediatric therapy provider offering a unique, integrated model of care. Our multidisciplinary team includes Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Educational Specialists, Psychologists, Counselors, and an ABA team, as well as a talented client support team all working together to provide exceptional services to children and families. We’ve built a culture where clinicians are valued for their knowledge and expertise and encouraged to develop the skills and areas of specialization that truly excite them.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Education or related field.
North Carolina teaching license.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Teamwork mindset with readiness to collaborate.
Reside in the Charlotte area or plans to relocate within the next three months.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree with experience in special education is required.
Competencies with administration of academic achievement measures (WIAT4, WJ-IV) is preferred.
Knowledge of public and private school accommodation plans preferred.

Responsibilities

An Educational Specialist provides comprehensive educational services to clients of Child and Family Development, including but not limited to: diagnostic evaluations, educational treatment, consultation, multi-disciplinary collaboration, and community-based advocacy.
An educator develops and maintains a broad range of evaluative competencies to assess learning disabilities of the child.
They administer national normed achievement measurements including WIAT-4 and WJ-IV as well as scoring, interpretation and report writing.
They work with clinical psychologists to develop quality recommendations for children and families.
They provide educational therapy services to address concerns related to learning disabilities and executive functioning weaknesses.
They provide consultative services and advocate for clients in the community and schools.