Early Childhood Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT)

The Early Childhood Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT):

• Works with young children with disabilities participating in early childhood programs
• Simultaneously serves children in different groups or programs and therefore “travels” from group to group or program to program.
• Provides direct services to children with disabilities three to five years of age in one or more of the following areas:
  • Cognitive Development
  • Communication Skills
  • Social and Emotional Development
  • Self-Help/Adaptive Skills
  • Fine and Gross Motor Skills
• Offers indirect/consultation services to general early childhood education professionals in order to meet IEP objectives in natural environments by:
  • Guiding general early childhood teachers
  • Demonstrating, practicing and coaching specific techniques
  • Providing emotional support and encouragement
• Serving as a resource for information
• Works in a variety of settings including:
  • Children’s Homes
  • Early Childhood Centers and Programs
  • Public Schools
  • Early Intervention Programs
  • Hospitals

The Academic & Experience Requirements are the same as for Early Childhood Special Education Teachers