Child Development Specialist

General Information:

Compensation We Offer

 

• The initial compensation for this position is $27.61 per hour; depending on experience, location, and internal equity considerations.   
• We Offer Medical, Dental & Vision benefits, retirement options, Flex Spending, EAP, and more!
• Employee engagement and advocacy opportunities to advance our justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion agenda across our Agency and throughout the communities we serve. Benefits eligibility starts on Day 1!

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Overview:

Reporting to the FCC Education Coordinators, the role involves providing support, training, and technical assistance to Family Childcare Providers (FCCP) offering Head Start/Early Head Start services. Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, HS performance standards and fostering high-quality services in partner sites.

Responsibilities:

• Supports a caseload of Family Childcare partners by providing guidance on implementing child development best practices, ensuring adherence to licensing requirements and HS performance standards.
• Provide comprehensive supervision of partner FCC’s and keep and maintain observations to ensure compliance with contracts, licensing requirements, and HS performance standards.
• Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and goal planning for partners using the practice-based coaching model to measure progress and facilitate continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular coaching visits with partners to support the implementation of assigned curriculum and ensure alignment with assessment tools and program standards.
• Demonstrate and advocate for developmentally appropriate practices, serving as a vital resource for Family Childcare partners to elevate the quality of childcare.
• Maintain accurate educational records for partners and diligently monitor the progress ensuring timelines are met. 
• Maintain a close collaboration with program staff to ensure optimal enrollment, supporting the team with family’s referral process and facilitating access to a wide array of comprehensive services.
• Assist in organizing and participating in Family Engagement activities, events, and training sessions to foster stronger connections between families and childcare partners.
• Collaboratively work with the team to support children, families, and partners in overcoming challenges. Facilitate case conferencing to promote resolutions and assist in developing goals to address and resolve challenges.
• Uphold Pacific Clinics’ mission and values in all interactions, fostering a culture of respect, inclusivity, and compassion.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in child development or early care and education programs.
• Knowledge of infant and toddler development preferred.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Armenian, or Mandarin preferred.
• Familiarity with assessment tools such as ECERS, FCCERS, DRDP, CLASS, and ASQ/ASQ: SE preferred.
• Strong understanding of Child Development & Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse client populations.
• Valid California driver's license and insurable driving record required.