Early Childhood Education Coaching Specialist

Crystal Stairs, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical/Dental/Vision - 95% covered by

401k Matching Options

Flex Spending

Pre-paid Legal Services

Sick and Vacation Time

Paid Holidays and Winter Break

Growth and Development opportunities

Learning Management System with CEU/PD

Zusammenfassung

Crystal Stairs, Inc. is seeking a QRIS Program Coaching Specialist to deliver coaching and technical assistance to QSLA child care programs in Los Angeles. You will conduct virtual, onsite, and in-person coaching, support curriculum quality, and develop SMART quality plans to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Crystal Stairs QRIS Team and building connections with local higher education and professional development resources to sustain program quality.

Qualifikationen

• Requires Bachelor in ECE/Child Development with 24 ECE units or Program Director Permit.
• Minimum 3 years in a child care setting and experience working with adult learners from diverse populations.
• Minimum 2 years' experience designing and facilitating trainings.

Aufgaben

• Deliver QRIS coaching and technical assistance aligned with QRIS Coaching model.
• Conduct virtual, onsite, and in-person coaching sessions and trainings.
• Develop Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) with SMART goals for QSLA sites.
• Maintain project compliance with QRIS Contract and related frameworks.
• Coordinate with QSLA Crystal Stairs Coaching staff to support sites.

Kenntnisse

Program coaching

Adult learners

Training facilitation

Ausbildung

Bachelor in ECE/Child Development

24 ECE units or Program Director Permit

Master's degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Improving the Lives of Families through

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.

QRIS Program (Child Development) Coaching Specialist

Position is 100% On-Site - Los Angeles CA 90056

Job Description

Crystal Stairs, Inc.

Improving the Lives of Families through

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a QRIS Program Coaching (PC) Specialist who will deliver Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) coaching and technical assistance services with the goal of improving the quality of participating Quality Start Los Angeles (QSLA) child care programs. The PC Specialist will also focus on the broad work of quality improvement, including setting the conditions for change; creating and implementing a quality improvement plan; providing individualized support on common topics related to implementing the CA-QRIS standards. The ideal candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Provide program coaching services, technical assistance and training services in alignment with the QRIS Coaching model by providing mentoring and support to program participants. The areas of support include but are not limited to: the classroom environment, teacher-child interactions, and assessment as they relate to QRIS elements.
• Conduct virtual, onsite and in-person coaching sessions, training and technical assistance in developmentally appropriate curriculum and practice; facilitate networking opportunities and act as a resource for participants on child development, quality child care and professional development.
• Share feedback and information, help child care providers reflect on progress, and assist them in the development of a working portfolio.
• Develop Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) using SMART Goals for participating QSLA sites and ensure monthly coaching sessions support the QIP.
• Ensure and maintain project compliance through a detailed knowledge of the QRIS Contract, Scope of Work; Quality Continuum Framework-Rating Matrix; Continuous Quality Improvement Pathways Tools and Resources; and other documents, as required
• Maintain ongoing effective communication with the Crystal Stairs QRIS Team to ensure effective program implementation and achievement of program goals
• Coordinate and collaborate with QSLA Crystal Stairs Coaching staff to exchange information about the needs of sites to provide more cohesive, holistic support
• Build connections with and help maintain resources on local higher education institutions and local professional development opportunities
• Participate in events as needed to help maintain CCALA and QRIS visibility with funders and other current and potential stakeholders
• Maintain records of work activities and track/monitor progress of participants
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Program Manager

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

• Bachelor Degree in ECE/Child Development or related field with 24 ECE units or Program Director Permit is required; Masters Degree, or equivalent work experience, in ECE/Child Development or related field is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of three years of experience working in a child care setting, working with adult learners, and a diverse client population.
• Must have a minimum of two years experience designing training and facilitation of trainings

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid California driver's license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance as this position travels in the field approximately 40% of the time
• Must provide verification of valid TB clearance and immunization records within the last two years of employment
• Must successfully pass the Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal background check prior to first day of employment.

Total Package Of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% covered by Crystal Stairs
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending
• Pre-paid Legal Services
• Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays and Winter Break
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Crystal Stairs, Inc. is committed to building and sustaining a fully diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs, Inc. provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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