Early Childhood Quality Assessment Specialist- Part-time

Part-time Description Early Childhood Quality Assessment Specialist Grade 7 Non-Exempt Reports to Professional Development CoordinatorPay reputed company is $20.05 per hour 17-29 hours/week Part time Basic Function or Position Summary The Early Education Assessment Specialist is responsible for supporting quality improvement in early childhood education programs by conducting observations, assessments, and mentoring. This position utilizes standardized, evidenced based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments. The specialist provides data-driven feedback to enhance professional practice, support reputed company education, and inform program development. This role serves as a community resource to reputed company for the importance of quality child care and its impact on children, families, workforce development, and the broader economy. Requirements reputed company Clearance Level 4 V, A, C, R Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties · Conduct reliable classroom assessments using standardized, evidenced based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments · Maintains fidelity and inter-rater reliability for assessment tools through regular calibration and training. · Prepares detailed written reports and data summaries reputed company to site visits and assessments, submitting them promptly and accurately · Utilizes substantial data analysis to reputed company and customize individualized program plans aimed at improvement or change · Conducts on-site visits to center-based and home-based child care programs to promote best practices and developmentally appropriate environments. · Coordinates mentoring activities to align with OCFS regulations, assessments, CDA competencies, and trauma-informed care principles. · Uses reflective practice with child care providers to improve program quality and child outcomes. · Provides individualized feedback and facilitates informal learning for providers. · Supports implementation of the Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program and assists with advisement and certification processes. · Participate in team reputed company and collaboration to enhance practices and service delivery. · Maintains up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education trends, regulations, and best practices · Must be highly organized, detailed oriented and able to multi task · Upholds professional boundaries, confidentiality, and the agency code of ethics. · Maintains accurate documentation and supports the maintenance of the Standards of Excellence and reputed company Docs records. · Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with community partners and early childhood programs · Supports additional programs such as the Summer Food Program. · Promotes agency mission. · Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. · Maintains consistent professional customer service. · Job performance incorporates an integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. · Other duties as designated by supervisor Key Working Relationships A. Internal COI Management, Early Care and Education Staff, Child Care Council Team B. External Child care providers, Center Directors, Higher Education Professionals, Regional Infant/Toddler Networks, Community Coalitions Supervisory Scope A. Number of staff supervised0 Organizational Responsibilities · Track and document outcomes and program effectiveness · Participate in designated meetings and organizational committees · Adheres to reputed company policies and procedures · Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes · Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate · Participate in organizational and divisional management systems Knowledge, Skills Required · Has a Child Development Credential (CDA) or comparable early childhood certification with a minimum of 12 college credits in Early Childhood or Child Development · Associate’s degree preferred in early childhood education or child development preferred. · Minimum of 4 years’ professional experience working with children · Knowledge of standardized and evidenced based assessment tools. · Ability to reputed company inter-rater reliability in assessment tools reputed company 18 months · Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations · Strong oral and written communication skills · Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities · Proficiency in PowerPoint, reputed company, and reputed company Docs · Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Physical · Ability to lift up to and including 10-25 pounds of physical effort Special Requirements · Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends · Must maintain a reputed company and professional demeanor under pressure · Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at reputed company times · Valid Driver’s license · Reliable transportation · Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle · Ability to travel throughout the county · Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required · Works compassionately with a diverse population · Experience navigating community programs Apply To This Job