Are you passionate about early childhood education? We'd love for you to join our team!
Child Care Aware is a local NWA non-profit that has supported our community for over 30 years! We are a resource for families and child care providers and are the Benton County Local Lead for early childhood educators. We provide professional development, technical assistance, and advocacy for child care providers and families.
We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and relationship-focused Professional Development Educator/Trainer to join our team. In this role, you will provide early childhood education, parenting classes, and professional development training while building strong partnerships with professionals across the early childhood community.
The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who enjoys facilitating adult learning and helping families and educators grow through quality education and training. If you are passionate about early childhood education and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality early childhood education, parenting classes, and professional development training for early childhood educators and families.
- Facilitate engaging in-person and virtual trainings using adult learning principles.
- Register all training sessions and classes in the Professional Development Registry (PDR).
- Complete required monthly reports and maintain accurate training documentation.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with early childhood professionals, families, community partners, and stakeholders.
- Present at meetings, conferences, and community events to promote professional learning opportunities.
- Provide technical assistance, coaching, and support to early childhood educators as needed.
- Collaborate with staff to identify training needs and develop educational materials and resources.
- Utilize technology, including Microsoft Office and Zoom, to deliver virtual training and maintain program records.
- Stay current on best practices and emerging trends in early childhood education and family engagement.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Communications, or a related field.
- Experience working with early childhood professionals.
- Experience providing early childhood education, parenting education, or professional development training.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong grammar.
- Strong public speaking, presentation, and group facilitation skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong computer and technology skills, including Microsoft Office and Zoom.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Self-motivated, creative, disciplined, and able to work independently.
- Positive attitude with the ability to engage, motivate, and inspire adult learners.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism.
Travel Requirements
- Some travel is required to conduct trainings, attend meetings, and support community partners.
- Mileage reimbursement is provided for approved work-related travel.
Why Join Our Team?
- Make a meaningful impact on the quality of early childhood education and family engagement.
- Help strengthen the skills of educators and support positive outcomes for children and families.
- Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with opportunities to make a lasting difference.
Child Care Aware is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate in employment or the provision of services based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
We are dedicated to creating an environment where employees, participants, volunteers, and community partners are treated with respect and have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants who are passionate about supporting educators, empowering families, and improving outcomes for young children.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
