Coordinated Enrollment Specialist

Child Care Resources Inc; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Early Success seeks an Early Learning Specialist to support Ready Region Southside programs with technical assistance, professional development, and quality improvement activities across Virginia's Birth to 5 system.

You will partner with providers and community partners, conduct CLASS observations, host professional development, and coordinate regional initiatives including data collection and coaching.

Qualifications

• Strong critical-thinking, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and ethical practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel throughout the region.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Build collaborative relationships with early childhood providers and community partners.
• Serve as a community liaison and ambassador for RRSS.
• Provide technical assistance related to CLASS and VQB5 activities, including Link B5, double coding, and observation support.
• Conduct provider consultations through on-site visits, phone, and email.
• Support regional initiatives, including VQB5 data collection, coaching, and distribution of materials.
• Conduct CLASS observations and support observer needs throughout the region.
• Host and/or facilitate professional development and training.
• Coordinate self-study groups, roundtable discussions, and other opportunities based on regional needs.
• Attend required meetings, conferences, and training events.

Job description

The Center for Early Success strengthens the system of individuals and organizations caring for and educating children from birth to age five. Our goal is to ensure that all children are emotionally, intellectually, and physically ready to succeed in school.

About the Position

The Early Learning Specialist supports early childhood programs throughout Ready Region Southside (RRSS) by providing technical assistance, professional development, consultation, and quality improvement support. This position works with providers and community partners to support Virginia Quality Birth to 5 (VQB5) activities and promote high-quality learning experiences for young children.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Build collaborative relationships with early childhood providers and community partners.
• Serve as a community liaison and ambassador for RRSS.
• Provide technical assistance related to CLASS and VQB5 activities, including Link B5, double coding, and observation support.
• Conduct provider consultations through on-site visits, phone, and email.
• Support regional initiatives, including VQB5 data collection, coaching, and distribution of materials.
• Conduct CLASS observations and support observer needs throughout the region.
• Host and/or facilitate professional development and training.
• Coordinate self-study groups, roundtable discussions, and other opportunities based on regional needs.
• Attend required meetings, conferences, and training events.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong critical-thinking, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and ethical practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel throughout the region.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.

Nice To Have

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of CLASS and current Observer Certification.
• Knowledge of Ready Regions and Virginia's early childhood system, including VPI and Head Start.