Education Specialist- School Year

PURPOSE: Assist Early Learning Education Coordinators with data collection implementation and compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate degree or higher preferred

Experience: Preferred experience in Early Childhood.

Skills Abilities and Knowledge:

a. Training education or experience in Early Childhood Education

b. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Mental Concentration: Considerable concentration intermittently.

Physical Effort: Moderate physical effort in predominantly standing position. Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Special Demands: Moderate travel. Potential eyestrain. Current PA Drivers License and access to a vehicle.

Special Requirements: All applicable state and federal clearances pre-employment physical with TB screen biennial physical thereafter.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties may include any or all the following. This list is intended to be representative.

1. Works with staff to assist with expectations communication and implementation related to LCCAP Early Learning Curriculum and regulations.

2. Provides support recommendations and modeling techniques for designated staff

3. Assists with facilitation of staff meetings training coordination of professional development coaching and mentoring opportunities

4. Assist with data collection and implementation of all regulations and standards

5. Completes observations and assessments related to classroom and staff practices

6. Assist with monitoring of staff time tracking coverage needs and areas related to employment requirements

7. Produce data reports

8. Supports the leadership and direction of the education content area in the processes necessary to comply with all requirements.

9. Assist with monitoring of curriculum implementation

10. Utilizes assessment data to initiate plans

11. Assist in implementing recommendations from Early Learning Coordinators

12. Supports needs of all children and families as identified through agency data

13. Track data and correspondence as it relates to classroom practices

14. Reviewing classroom implementation and practices while providing necessary communication with all parties to ensure compliance with funding requirements.

15. Oversee monitor and update data management systems to provide appropriate information for program operations and quality improvement

16. Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to children families and staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.

17. Attend training as determined appropriate.

18. Provides flexible support across multiple program areas as needed demonstrating adaptability teamwork and a commitment to overall organizational success.

19. Perform other related work as required on behalf of the agency.

Required Experience:

IC