Early Childhood Specialist

3 weeks ago


Wichita Kansas, United States Child Start, Inc. Full time
Provides consultation and/or assistance to potential and new child care providers. Establishes and maintains community contacts to support recruiting efforts.

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.

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 children ages two to eight in a group setting. Minimum of one-year experience providing training to adult audiences. Working knowledge of Microsoft applications.

Participates in communication/coordination meetings and trainings.

Ability to work with a diverse client population.

Requires good interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Holds a valid driver’s license.

Ability to complete projects in a timely manner and to multi-task.

Provide technical assistance to child care programs specific to any financial requirements of the grants program, with a focus on maintaining accurate records.

Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, including creating and editing documents, and spreadsheets.

Complies a variety of reports and data information with a high degree of accuracy to support compiling and synthesizing reports.

Participates in all Child Care Aware of Kansas orientation, communication/coordination meetings and trainings.

Benefits

Child Start's Early Childhood Specialist is $17.40/hour.

Child Start offers competitive salary and benefits, including Medical/Dental/Vision plans, company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan, 9 paid holidays each year, and much more

Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

This is not a remote position, must be able to commute daily to Wichita, KS.



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