FCC Education Specialist

Lutheran-Social-Services-of-New-York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of New York is seeking an Education Specialist to coach family child care providers during monthly home visits and support the implementation of an evidence-based curriculum in mixed-age settings.

You will manage a caseload of about 17 providers, conduct observations, and guide teachers toward improving outcomes for preschool children. Travel within NYC boroughs and bilingual communication are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler studies.
• At least 2 years of experience in an early childhood program preferred.
• Knowledge of Family Child Care preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to various NYC boroughs.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Basic competency in Microsoft Office for Windows.

Responsibilities

• Coaches family child care providers during monthly home visits.
• Supports implementation of evidence-based curriculum.
• Maintains a caseload of about 17 childcare providers.
• Observes children using CLASS observations and documents in TSG GOLD.
• Facilitates parent/provider conferences three times annually.
• Monitors providers' progress and provides feedback and coaching.

Skills

Coaching

Home visits

Observation skills

Parent communication

CLASS observations

Bilingual Spanish

Microsoft Office

Travel willingness

Environment monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler studies

Tools

Teaching Strategies GOLD

Job description

POSITION: Education SpecialistREPORTS TO: Education DirectorCOMPANY: Lutheran Social Services of New YorkCLASSIFICATION: Full-TimeEXEMPT/NONEXEMPT: Salaried Non-ExemptGENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Educational Specialist provides coaching and other supports to family child care providers during monthly home visits and supports the implementation of an evidence-based curriculum within a mixed-age group setting that supports preschool children.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:Supports the mission, vision and philosophy of Lutheran Social Services of NY (LSSNY). Complies willingly with all organizational policies and procedures.Supports all functions that attain and maintain accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies.Exhibits effective communication skills.SKILLS & ABILITIES:Provider Monitoring and Support:Maintains a caseload of ~17 childcare providersConducts home visits at least twice monthly to:Ensure providers are providing the environment and experiences that are appropriate for childrenMonitor the completion of lesson plans, child observations, daily communication with parentsObserve childrenEnsure providers are conducting monthly Pedestrian safety lessonsAssesses providers knowledge and competence during home visits, using TSG Coaching to Fidelity Checklists, CLASS observations and provide appropriate feedback and coachingAssess providers annually and develop individual improvement plans to strengthen approachesMaintains a portfolio for all providers on caseload including training certificates, monthly samples of lesson plans and other documents that evidence providers professional development and progress.Supervises providers assessment of children 3 times annually (Nov, Feb, May) using Teaching Strategies GOLD, and ensure data entry is accurate and timely; Enters data into TSG GOLD for review and analysis by Education Director. Reviews with providers to help develop appropriate activities for childrenFacilitates parent/provider conferences 3x annually in provider homesHelps facilitate provider trainingDisabilities ServicesReviews childrens IFSPS with providers and assists them in planning activities to help children achieve IFSP goals.Monitors therapists visits to providers homes and submits time sheets to Disabilities CoordinatorRefers children with suspected delays to Disabilities CoordinatorOther Duties:Assist with other job-related tasks, as assigned by DirectorParticipates in professional development, including those mandated by the program/funders/agency. Staff is encouraged to find and participate in other types of professional development, with the approval of supervisor.QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION:Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler studiesAt least 2 years of experience in an early childhood program preferredKnowledge of Family Child Care preferred.Must be willing to travel to various NYC boroughsBilingual Spanish preferredBasic competency in Microsoft Office for Windows application is required.