Early Childhood Training Specialist

Indian River State College; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian River State College seeks a Training Facilitator to deliver high-quality instruction and create engaging training materials that prepare students for the workforce. You will foster a positive learning environment and guide learners toward proficiency in course skills through hands-on coaching and assessments.

The role emphasizes developing curriculum, maintaining lesson plans, and administering exams while ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with 480 hours of experience in a childcare setting birth through eight years (a Florida teaching certificate may substitute).
• Bachelor’s degree with a Florida teaching certificate and current Florida school district employment to teach Early Childhood Education in E&TF Education & Training programs.
• Associate degree with 480 hours of childcare experience birth through eight years.
• Associate degree with 6 college credits in ECE and 960 hours of childcare experience.
• Completion of the Florida DCF six-hour Train-the-Trainer course.
• Minimum of three years of experience in early childhood education.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Preferred: Teaching and/or supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication, instructional, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate participants from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course curriculum – create lesson plans and instructional materials for the courses engaging and effective instruction.
• Provides hands‑on training.
• Instruct students.
• Develop, update, and maintain curriculum materials, lesson plans, and course content to meet learning objectives and industry standards.
• Foster a positive learning environment.
• Ensure safety compliance, teach and enforce safety regulation and standards.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance.
• Prepare and submit required reports and documentation.
• Assist in the development of customized training programs as needed.
• Conduct assessments.
• Administer practical and theoretical exams to evaluate student progress.
• Ensure training equipment is in good working condition.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, advancements, and safety standards.
• Assist students in developing skills for job readiness.
• Submit and verify all hours worked weekly.
• Complete all other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Instructional skills

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Diversity engagement

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Growth and Development

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Job description

Indian River State College seeks a Training Facilitator to deliver high-quality instruction and create engaging training materials that prepare students for the workforce. You will foster a positive learning environment and guide learners toward proficiency in course skills through hands-on coaching and assessments.

The role emphasizes developing curriculum, maintaining lesson plans, and administering exams while ensuring safety and compliance.