Oakland County is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to provide Student Support Services for Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) classrooms during the 2025-2026 school year. This part-time position (24–30 hours per week) involves delivering targeted support to preschool-aged children, particularly those with behavioral, developmental, or social-emotional challenges. The consultant will support teachers in classrooms by recommending intervention strategies, developing behavioral plans, and connecting families to appropriate resources. The role requires a strong foundation in early childhood development, inclusive practices, and special education.
Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in special education, social work, or a related field, and have experience working with young children with disabilities, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Travel throughout Oakland County is required.
POSITION DETAILS:
Student Support Services for GSRP classrooms in Oakland County.
● HOURS: Up to 8 hours a day $51.50/hour; 24- 30 hours per week; school year calendar.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Bachelor’s in education, early childhood, special education or social work required.
● Master’s Degree from an accredited school of education, social work, counseling, psychology or
related field preferred.
● Knowledge of IDEA regulations, early childhood development, and inclusive teaching practices.
● Experience working with young children with disabilities.
● Knowledge and experience in trauma, toxic stress and social-emotional development and
building resilience for children, families, and professionals.
● Knowledge of early childhood development (birth through age 6).
● Classroom consultation experience, preferred.
● Scheduling flexibility, to meet with families and/or staff during early morning or evening times.
● Ability to work with a diverse team of professionals.
● Experience working with parents and providers.
● Knowledge of child development and family support.
● Knowledge of ASQ developmental screening tool and/or the NCPMI Pyramid Model.
● Computer skills including but not limited to Google Docs, Google Sheets and PowerPoint
● Self-motivated, yet be able to work as part of a team.
● Be comfortable with having difficult conversations with adult family members, educators, and administrators.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Ability to model and coach appropriate behavior management techniques and/or developmental
strategies to parents and staff.
● Provide classroom consultations for the purpose of providing teacher support surrounding challenging behaviors and/or developmental delays. This support will be in the following ways:
o Direct coaching of intervention techniques with children while in the classroom.
o Assistance in creating behavioral plans/behavioral tracking systems.
o Supporting regular teaching team meetings to discuss specific challenges and children.
o Help educators adapt daily routines and/or expectations to meet the needs of all
children.
● Make referrals for children and their families to appropriate behavioral health and/or special education services.
● Participate in regular behavior team meetings. If there is not one in place, support the program in building one and designating a program staff member to be the lead.
● Collaborate with Great Start Collaborative-Oakland care coordination and referral services for families.
● Travel throughout Oakland County required.
● Other duties as assigned.
This is a grant funded position employed by EduStaff
(Contracted through Oakland Schools).
If interested please send resume and letter of interest to:
Danya Stump- [email protected]
Interviews will be held in person at Oakland Schools
On July 22 and July 28.
Pay: $51.50 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
