Early Childhood Curriculum & Staff Development Specialist

Air Force Test Center; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB seeks a Full-Time Training and Curriculum Specialist to lead early childhood education and youth programs, including development centers and school-age activities.

You will train staff, design and implement professional development plans, and coordinate with support agencies to ensure compliance and high-quality programs. Requires a degree in education or child development and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Degree must include or be supplemented by studies in education or child development.
• Experience with accrediting bodies (NAEYC/COA/NAFCC) preferred.
• Willing to complete certifications (ServSafe, First Aid, CPR).
• Must pass pre-employment checks and meet driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversees curricula for child development and youth programs.
• Trains and mentors staff on curriculum implementation and classroom management.
• Develops professional development plans through observation and coaching.
• Plans and conducts staff orientation and training.
• Supports children with special needs and coordinates with agencies.
• Ensures compliance and accreditation readiness.

Skills

Curriculum development

Staff training

Youth programs

Accreditation management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Child Development

Job description

Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB seeks a Full-Time Training and Curriculum Specialist to lead early childhood education and youth programs, including development centers and school-age activities.

You will train staff, design and implement professional development plans, and coordinate with support agencies to ensure compliance and high-quality programs. Requires a degree in education or child development and ability to pass background checks.