Early Childhood Specialist- TRAILS

River Valley Child Development Services, Inc.; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in early childhood development is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist to provide resources and support to child care providers. The role involves outreach, training, and maintaining resource materials. Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and strong communication skills. Flexibility in scheduling and travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in relevant fields.
• Experience with adult learners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional development and technical assistance for child care providers.
• Implement outreach efforts to providers in the service delivery area.
• Maintain resource materials and supplies on the TRAILS van.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood, elementary education, special education, or child development

Job description

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River Valley Child Development Services
Providing quality services and support to children, families, and the early childhood community.

Job Description

Title: Early Childhood Specialist TRAILS

Program: CCR&R

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Worksite: TBD

Classification: Full-time

Reports to: CCR&R Director

Position Summary: Responsible for providing specialized resources and support, including the Traveling Resource and Information Library System, to early childhood programs along with professional development opportunities.

Essential Functions

1. Provide professional development and technical assistance for child care providers.
2. Develop schedules for the van to ensure all areas of the CCR&R region are served.
3. Implement outreach efforts to providers in the service delivery area.
4. Provide resource lending services to early childhood providers.
5. Share driving responsibilities of the TRAILS van.
6. Maintain resource materials and supplies on the TRAILS van.
7. Assist in maintaining computerized inventory of resources and supplies of the TRAILS van.
8. Traverse various terrains to access visitation sites.
9. Remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.

Marginal Functions

1. Utilize available technology to support professional development delivery.
2. Participate in TRAILS/ITSN Infant/Toddler Initiative as directed by the Division of Early Care and Education.
3. Submit requests for materials, supplies, and training resources.
4. Support the initiation and continuation of provider networks and associations to improve quality of care.
5. Compile and submit reports within established timelines.
6. Respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
7. Participate in all required committees, conferences, meetings, and training relevant to the program and/or agency.
8. Participate in ongoing monitoring and continuous improvement activities.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Abilities, & Knowledge

1. Abide by all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies related to the program and relevant grants.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
3. Utilize technology to enter, retrieve, and process information and communicate electronically.
4. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
5. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
7. Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
8. Work collaboratively.

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, elementary education, special education, or child development.

Experience

• Preferred: Experience with adult learners and training preparation.

Employment Conditions

• Successfully clear background checks, including criminal, education verification, references, drug testing, motor vehicle records, sex offender registry, Child Protective Services check, and federal grants debarred list.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle for a large percentage of the workday.
• Able to travel extensively; flexible scheduling, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Adhere to NAEYC Code of Ethics.
• Complete Family Child Care Environmental Rating Scale online training within six months of employment.
• Maintain STARS career pathway enrollment and trainer credential.
• Able to climb in and out of the TRAILS van.
• Business casual attire.

Environmental Conditions

• Indoors with minimal temperature variation, exposure to weather, and face-to-face interactions.
• Work at a fast pace with interruptions.
• Public contact position.
• Potential remote work up to two days per week after 90-day review.

Physical Demands

• Mobility within the office and moving from floor to floor.
• Use of computer and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Moving boxes and materials.

Note: The employer will make reasonable accommodations per the ADA.