Early Care and Education Specialist

Job description

Recruits and retains new family child care providers. Researches, develops and presents professional development events. Consults with centers, providers, preschools and parents regarding their special concerns. Supports membership and service goals of the Child Care Resource & Referral Program (CCR&R). - Researches, develops and presents professional development events. - Answers questions via phone, internet and in person regarding child care, child development and curriculum concerns. - Supports membership and service goals of the Child Care Resource and Referral program. - Advises, upon request, regarding children's developmental levels and/or behaviors. - Offers suggestions/solutions to the early childhood care and education provider and parent as necessary. - Consults with centers, providers, preschools, and parents regarding their special concerns. Requirements: - Minimum of Associate Degree (A.A. or A.S.) in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Working Knowledge of Microsoft applications. Knowledge of child care required. - Minimum of three years’ experience in providing direct care for infants and/or toddlers or childre...