Early Intervention Evaluation Coordinator

Description:

Progressive Directions, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Early Intervention Evaluation Coordinator to support our Early Intervention Services team. This role ensures that evaluations for the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) are completed accurately, in a timely manner, and in compliance with all state and agency requirements.

If you’re organized, detail-driven, and passionate about helping children and families, this is where you make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities: The Early Intervention Evaluation Coordinator will:

• Coordinate and monitor the timely completion of TEIS intake and eligibility evaluations
• Distribute evaluation referrals to appropriate staff
• Train, support, and supervise Early Intervention evaluators
• Complete evaluations as needed when referral volume increases
• Administer and interpret developmental screening and assessment tools
• Prepare developmental assessment summaries within required timelines
• Support IFSP development using assessment information
• Document required information in TEIDS according to DDA requirements
• Attend state meetings and communicate updates to staff
• Ensure services are delivered professionally, timely, and in compliance with agency and state expectations

Work Expectations:

• Consistent attendance and punctuality are critical
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs as needed

Why Join PDI?

At PDI, this isn’t just a job, you’re helping families get access to life-changing services. Your work directly impacts children during some of their most important developmental years.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a qualifying field (Early Childhood, Special Education, Therapy disciplines, or related)
• OR related degree (social work, psychology, etc.) with at least 1 year of experience working with the birth–to–5 population
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to meet strict timelines and compliance standards

Required for Employment

• Valid, non-restricted driver’s license
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) (will be reviewed)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check
• Successful completion of a drug screening
• Must meet all Department of Education and DDA certification requirements