Early Childhood Training Specialist

SDBOR; Brookings (SD); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation benefits

Tuition reduction

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Retirement plan with 6% matching

Zusammenfassung

South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD is seeking an Early Childhood Training Specialist to strengthen the quality of early care and education by delivering professional development, coaching, and resources to childcare providers, families, and communities across South Dakota.

The role supports the CFRN network and requires designing and delivering training, observing practices, and collaborating with caregivers and programs to promote best practices in child development.

Qualifikationen

• Design, deliver, and evaluate developmentally appropriate training for childcare providers.
• Provide coaching and resources to educators and caregivers.
• Observe, assess, and document practices across early care settings.

Aufgaben

• Deliver professional development opportunities to childcare providers, families and communities.
• Provide coaching, technical assistance, and resources to educators and caregivers.
• Conduct site visits to improve quality in child care and school-age programs.
• Recruit and engage participants for training opportunities.

Kenntnisse

Child development

Adult learning

Reflective practice

Data collection

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) is seeking a motivated professional with a passion for early childhood development to join our team as an Early Childhood Training Specialist.

This position supports the Child and Family Resource Network ( CFRN ), an SDSU outreach program established in 1990 to connect families and childcare providers with information, resources, and support. Today, CFRN serves as a state- and locally funded Early Childhood Enrichment ( ECE ) program, providing training, education, and resources to adults who care for and support children and youth.

The Training Specialist plays a key role in strengthening the quality of early childhood care and education by delivering professional development opportunities, technical assistance, and resources to childcare providers, families, and communities across South Dakota.

This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities

The Early Childhood Training Specialist supports childcare providers, parents, and professionals in creating safe, healthy, and nurturing environments for young children. Within the Early Childhood Enrichment ( ECE ) system, this position provides training, technical assistance, coaching, and resources to strengthen the quality of care and education for children and families.

Responsibilities may include observing, assessing, documenting, planning, implementing recommendations, and evaluating practices across a variety of early care and education settings, including registered family childcare homes, licensed childcare centers, and licensed school-age programs.

This role collaborates with caregivers, early childhood and school-age professionals, and community partners to promote best practices in child development, support quality improvement, and expand access to professional development opportunities throughout northeastern South Dakota.

Benefits

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of

• Child development and adult learning principles
• Reflective practice, goal setting and data collection to measure outcomes
• Child Development Associate Credential
• Microsoft Office and other computer applications

Skill & Ability to

• Design, deliver, and evaluate developmentally appropriate, research-based training for childcare providers, educators, and parents
• Provide coaching, technical assistance, and resources to educators and caregivers
• Conduct site visits to child care and school age programs for quality improvement
• Recruit and engage participants for professional development opportunities
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with diverse audiences
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Research and develop training materials and resources
• Build collaborative relationships with childcare and school age programs and work effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills

Required License

• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Comments

This position is Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM, 1-2 nights per week and occasional weekends. Preferred qualifications include experience working in childcare, early childhood education, or school-age programs.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Reference List

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

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South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455