Preschool PIRT -Preschool Intervention and Referral Team Specialist

• KEARNY PUBLIC SCHOOLSSUPERINTENDENT'S BULLETIN #135Preschool Intervention & Referral Specialist
• Position Available for the 2026/2027 School Year
• Application Deadline: Open Until Filled REPORTS TO:Director of Curriculum; District Supervisor of Preschool & Kindergarten; Principals DESCRIPTION:The Preschool Intervention and Referral Specialist (PIRS) plays a critical role in supporting the social-emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs of preschool students
• This position focuses on early identification, intervention planning, and collaboration with teachers and families to ensure that all young learners receive appropriate support within inclusive classroom environments
• The PIRS works closely with teachers, administrators, and families to implement research -based strategies aligned with best practices in early childhood education

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support to preschool teachers regarding student behavior, social-emotional development, and model classroom management strategies
• Observe students in classroom settings often and collect data to inform intervention planning
• Assist in the development and implementation of targeted intervention plans for students demonstrating behavioral or developmental concerns
• Establish and manage case files for each child with a Request for Assistance (RFA) form.Communicate and collaborate with families to provide resources, strategies, and guidance to support student success at home and school
• Assist in coordinating services with community-based agencies Collect and maintain accurate documentation of developmental screeners (ESI-R), interventions, observations, and progress monitoring data
• Provide professional development to preschool staff on topics such as behavior management, trauma-informed practices, and inclusion
• Collaborate with the Child Study Team (CST) and other specialists to support referral processes
• Participate in I&RS meetings and contribute relevant data and recommendations
• Facilitate transition of all PIRS case files to other programs as necessary (i.e
• Kindergarten, CST).Work with private providers and Head Start preschool staff to provide services as stated above
• Ensure compliance with district policies, state regulations, and early childhood program

Qualifications

• Must possess a Preschool through Grade 3 (P-3), Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD), Social Worker, or equivalent educational services certificate.REMUNERATION:The

Salary

• will be in accordance with the current KEA contract.Job Code 3790 PLEASE APPLY ON THE KEARNY SCHOOLS WEBSITE:www.kearnyschools.com
• Aliki Bieltz, Assistant Superintendent
• Paper or email applications will not be accepted
• AA/EOE