Preschool Teacher and 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 session 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. Hours are M-F 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM starting August 15, 2022.

Individual must be able to pass criminal background checks as required by the Ohio Revised Code; a preemployment drug screen and physical, have/maintain a valid clean Ohio Driver’s License. FCBDD is an EOE employer. A180-day probationary period must be completed. Individual must be able to be insured on the county's liability policy. Please email employment application including salary requirements, cover letter and resume. No phone calls please. 

Please email attach your resume and employment application (can be obtained at www.fayettedd.com under the Human Resources tab). Please include your salary requirements on the employment application.