Description

Infant Toddler Development Specialist is a dual role in which this professional serves children, 
ages birth-3 who are experiencing a developmental delay, and their caregivers through service 
coordination as well as developmental services as outlined in the child's Individualized Family 
Service Plan {IFSP). All supports and services are provided with the child and caregivers in a 
natural learning environment, utilizing coaching interactions which build the caregiver's capacity 
to support the child in his/her development. This is a dual role in which this person will also be 
required to provide direct developmental services as outlined on an IFSP with a child and family. 
This employee will work closely with local school divisions to promote successful transitioning of 
children out of early intervention services by the time the child is 3 years old and no longer 
eligible for services. The employee reports directly to the Infant & Toddler Connection System 
Manager.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.
• Salary starting at $48,309.33.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Health insurance as low as $40/month for individuals. Family and dependent plans are also available.
• Sign-on bonus of $2,500.00.
• 14 paid holidays.
• Accrue up to 20 days of paid time off (PTO) per year from year one. PTO is immediately available upon accrual.
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
• Professional development assistance provided at no cost.

Essential Functions

• Provide specialized developmental instruction to children (birth–3) in natural learning environments as outlined in the IFSP.
• Utilize coaching strategies to build caregiver capacity to support their child’s development.
• Deliver direct developmental services within required timelines (e.g., within 30 days of IFSP completion).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support assessment, planning, and service delivery.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Lead development, implementation, and review of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), ensuring adherence to Part C timelines.
• Conduct ongoing service coordination visits to monitor child progress and address evolving family needs.
• Coordinate and facilitate IFSP reviews, annual updates, intake, and eligibility meetings.
• Manage transition planning for children exiting early intervention services and entering school-based programs.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality standards (HIPAA), licensing requirements, and professional development expectations.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or a closely related field.
• Experience:
  Experience working with infants, toddlers, and/or children with developmental delays or disabilities (early intervention experience preferred).
• Certification/Eligibility:
  Must meet or be eligible for state certification/licensure requirements for Early Intervention/Infant Toddler Development Specialist (per Part C standards).

• Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to travel locally to provide services in natural environments
  • Ability to pass required background checks

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Education:
  Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Specialized Experience:
  • Experience in Early Intervention (Part C) programs
  • Experience working in home- or community-based (natural environment) settings
  • Background supporting children with developmental delays, disabilities, or complex needs
• Certifications:
  • Current Early Intervention certification or credential (state-specific)
  • Additional endorsements in early childhood special education or related areas

Summary

Valley Community Services Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.