| Location | Kearny, NJ |
Preschool PIRT -Preschool Intervention and Referral Team Specialist JobID: 3790
Position Type:
Educational Services/Social Worker
Date Posted:
3/25/2026
Location:
To Be Determined
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KEARNY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SUPERINTENDENT'S BULLETIN #135
Preschool 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 requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
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