Account/Position No.: 23152/535650                             Level 7

Position Title: Program Coordinator

Department: Center for Early Childhood, Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS), Technical Assistance

Expectations for All Employees

East Tennessee State University pursues its mission based upon core values. An employee's job performance must support and exhibit the university's core values:

PEOPLE come first, are treated with dignity and respect, and are encouraged to achieve their full potential;
RELATIONSHIPS are built on honesty, integrity and trust;
DIVERSITY of people and thought is respected;
EXCELLENCE is achieved through teamwork, leadership, creativity, and a strong work ethic;
EFFICIENCY is achieved through wise use of human and financial resources; and COMMITMENT to intellectual achievement is embraced.

Responsible to the Program Director for assisting in the development of a comprehensive service system for young children with disabilities and their families; and performing other related duties as assigned.

- Assists in policy development as requested by the lead agency.

- Travels to statewide meetings, trainings, etc.

- Facilitates the development of a statewide training program available to all professionals interested in the targeted population.

- Insures that information regarding system changes, best practices, etc., are distributed to the district offices.

- Assists in the planning and scheduling of system meetings.

- Compiles and analyzes statewide data on the costs, child and service characteristics of the system.

- Networks with related programs and agencies.

- Provides public awareness activities.

- Attends statewide meetings as requested.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

- Knowledge of early childhood development.

- Knowledge of national resources.

- Ability to work well with the lead agency and district staff.

- Ability to work as a team member.

- Ability to communicate effectively.

Performs under general supervision. Determines own methods of performing assigned work.

Master's degree in early childhood special education or related field; two years experience working with young children with developmental delays and their families.