We are eager to add an energetic Preschool Promise Quality Specialist & Coach - Child Care Resource & Referral to join our talented team at Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency in Salem, OR.
Growing your career as a Full Time Preschool Promise Quality Specialist & Coach - Child Care Resource & Referral is an awesome opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in planning, adaptability and have the right passion for the job, then apply for the position of Preschool Promise Quality Specialist & Coach - Child Care Resource & Referral at Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency today!
The Preschool Promise Quality Specialist and Coach provides consultative technical assistance to Preschool Promise Program leaders and instructional leaders in order to increase the availability and quality of Preschool Promise. The person in this position will assist early childhood educators with setting teaching practice goals, reviewing data, and altering practices to achieve continuous high quality early child care and education and will provide ongoing and intensive technical assistance and support to Preschool Promise programs through Practice Based Coaching.
Candidates must submit applications by 9/1/23 in order to be considered for first-round interviews. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Human Development, Child & Family Studies, Social Work, Sociology, or Psychology), OR a Step 10 on the Oregon Registry with coursework in age three to five development or an ability to obtain within 1 year.
Two or more years of experience in an early learning program(s).
Two or more years of experience providing t echnical a ssistance and training, including c oaching, to e arly l earning educators/ p rograms or equivalent experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS Driver Qualifications required for this position. Valid driver license and insured vehicle available for use on the job with satisfactory drive record for the past 5 years required.
Successful registration with the Criminal History Registry of the Child Care Division.
Possess or ability to obtain CLASS reliability certification.
Possess or ability to obtain master trainer status in Oregon Registry Online.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for preschool age children
Experience with identifying early learning program needs
Ability to facilitate the implementation of early learning program improvement goals.
Experience with identifying teaching practice needs
Ability to facilitat e the implementation of teaching practice improvement goals.
Experience presenting trainings to adults virtually and/or in-person.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This Job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required.
Assists Preschool Promise Program Leaders in acquiring the resources to implement their Preschool Promise program.
Provides technical assistance on business practices and supports to facilitate program-wide curriculum implementation.
Engages in conversation and exploration to understand each program, and how the quality requirements can best be meet in the each early learning setting.
Provides training and technical assistance focused on, but not limited to: inclusionary practices, trauma informed practice, screening and assessment, educational planning, dual language learners, equity, and family engagement (in person and/or virtually.)
Provides ongoing consultation and support around Preschool Promise expectations and implementation.
Supports Preschool Promise programs with professional development/Oregon Registry goals.
Assesses early childhood educator teaching practices using the Classroom Assessment Scoring S ystem (CLASS) tool.
Collects and shares identified program and teaching practice data to support early learning program and system improvement.
Conducts regular, focused observation of early childhood educators.
Provides observational feedback that highlights strengths and areas of growth in teaching practices.
Supports early childhood educators in reflecting on observations (including but limited to the Environmental Rating Scales) conducted on behalf of the Early Learning Division.
Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Indoor, office work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
Working with coworkers/clients over the phone, using video conferencing tools and in-person.
Occasional noise and distractions in work spaces.
Frequent driving throughout Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties in all weather conditions.
Frequent on-site support at participating Preschool Promise Programs.
Intermittent evening, weekend, and remote work as assigned
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Manual dexterity for handling office equipment.
MWVCAA is committed to promoting and achieving diversity, equity and inclusion with employees and with those we serve. The agency strives to be an employer of choice with a vision for all people to be respected for their infinite worth and supported to envision and reach a positive future. MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at Show phone number. **This is a partial list of essential duties and responsibilities. To review the full job description, please apply at mwvcaa.org/careers/. If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at View email address on applicantpro.com or call Show phone number to ask for a HR Team Member. Job Posted by ApplicantPro Benefits of working as a Preschool Promise Quality Specialist & Coach - Child Care Resource & Referral in Salem, OR:
? Excellent benefits
? Rapid Progression
? Competitive salary
? Remote Work opportunity
