Early Childhood Specialist

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.