Early Care and Education Specialist $40,000 -$42,000 a year

We're looking to add a hardworking Early Care and Education Specialist to our team. This position is responsible for providing support services for intervention and quality.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's or associate degree and two (2) years' experience in early childhood education, human services program or related field orHigh School diploma or equivalent and four (4) years relevant work experience in early childhood education, human services program or related field requiredOne year's experience working as an administrator or teacher within an early childhood setting preferredTwo years' experience creating and delivering group and individualized instruction preferredExperience working with special needs children preferredAn understanding of child care programs, early childhood education, social service issues, community action programs, and serving low‑income communitiesComplete and become certified in at least one Infant, Toddler and/or Pre‑K CLASS tool within 90 days of hireComplete Child Assessment, Teacher Assessment, Coaching certification within one year of hireWhat You Will Do (Summary)Administer child screenings/assessments on School Readiness participantsAdminister program assessments in School Readiness and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider classroomsAssist with determining appropriate early intervention services for all School Readiness and VPK children, including Warm Line referralsAssist with inputting, collecting, and analyzing data to identify emerging trends and training needs for the ELC's providers and familiesProvide recommendations to the ECE Manager for children with concerns who ELC will refer to other early intervention agenciesDevelop and implement professional development opportunities, special events, conferences and forums for providersProvide TA and coaching to early childhood educators and parents as neededMaintain knowledge of law, policies & proceduresDeliver services and provide timely follow‑up in accordance with lawAssist with compiling resources, creating packets, and arranging resource areas for parents and providers throughout these county areaAssist with internal and external audits to ensure accuracy and complianceParticipate in structured peer review activities to evaluate work quality, ensure consistency, and support continuous improvement across the teamParticipate in a minimum of two ELC outreach events and/or activities each fiscal yearResponsible for ensuring appropriate use of all resources by immediately reporting suspected fraud (Internal and/or external) via ELC-established Fraud Reporting ProcedureParticipate as directed in all ELC quality improvement efforts to achieve optimum organizational performanceContact the Abuse Hotline immediately in the event an allegation of abuse, neglect, or exploitation is received and notify a manager immediatelyAbout UsThe Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region, Inc. (ELC) is a local non‑profit organization with an annual budget of $32million . Our mission is to provide leadership and advocacy to build a community where all children are prepared for success in school.We are guided by our core values:Positive Attitude – We approach challenges with optimism and enthusiasm.Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and commitments.Respect – We foster an inclusive and supportive environment for all.Teamwork – We collaborate to achieve our shared goals.PositionFull‑timeSalary Range$40,000 – $42,000BenefitsThis is a full‑time position that includes the following benefits: health insurance, dental, vision, flexible paid time off, retirement savings plan and loan forgiveness eligible employer, etc.ELC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital or veteran status. ELC is committed to building a diverse team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.Applicants may undergo a skills assessment.#J-18808-Ljbffr