Child Dev and Ed Spec

Family Development Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Development Services is hiring a Child Development & Education Specialist to lead educational efforts across Head Start centers in Indianapolis. You will coach teachers, implement curricula, and drive child outcomes through assessment and staff development.

The role emphasizes classroom observations, ongoing feedback, and collaboration with Center Directors to ensure quality and compliance in Head Start programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related field with preschool experience.
• Coaching, supervisory, or leadership experience preferred.
• CLASS Reliable Certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Serve as educational lead for assigned Head Start centers.
• Coach and mentor teachers to improve classroom quality and child outcomes.
• Support implementation of curriculum, assessment systems, and School Readiness Goals.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide ongoing feedback and professional development.
• Assist with lesson planning, classroom management, and child assessment documentation.
• Analyze child outcomes data and support individualized learning plans.
• Participate in staff training, team meetings, home visits, and community events.
• Collaborate with Center Directors on performance management and staff development.
• Support program monitoring, compliance, and continuous quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Coaching

Curriculum implementation

Staff development

Classroom observations

Child assessment

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's in related field with 6 ECE courses

State preschool teaching certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Administration Offices - Indianapolis, IN 46208, Position Type: Full Time, Family Development Services is seeking a Child Development & Education Specialist to provide educational leadership and coaching to Head Start and Early Head Start teaching staff. This role supports high-quality early childhood education through classroom coaching, curriculum implementation, child assessment, and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the educational lead for assigned Head Start centers.
• Coach and mentor teachers to improve classroom quality and child outcomes.
• Support implementation of curriculum, assessment systems, and School Readiness Goals.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide ongoing feedback and professional development.
• Assist with lesson planning, classroom management, and child assessment documentation.
• Analyze child outcomes data and support individualized learning plans.
• Participate in staff training, team meetings, home visits, and community events.
• Collaborate with Center Directors on performance management and staff development.
• Support program monitoring, compliance, and continuous quality improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education OR
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field with at least six (6) early childhood education courses and preschool teaching experience OR
• State-awarded preschool teaching certification with preschool teaching experience.
• Previous experience in an early childhood education setting required.
• Coaching, supervisory, or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with Head Start, infant/toddler, or preschool programs preferred.
• CLASS Reliable Certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.