Must reside in Otter Tail or Douglas county.
JOB FUNCTION:
Recruit child care programs to join Parent Aware and support all Parent Aware participants on the path to quality through coaching and technical assistance. Implement the Parent Aware coaching model with fidelity and document all work and required data.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
o Associates degree in child development, early childhood education, family science or related field
o Current CDA Credential
§ AND ability to attain a minimum of an Associate's degree or equivalent credits in early childhood education/child development within three years
- Practical experience working directly with young children in an early childhood setting, including implementation of curriculum, assessment, observations and behavioral supports
- Valid Driver’s License and current vehicle insurance
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in child development, early childhood education, family science or related field
- Have a current PreK-3rd CLASS Reliability Certificate
- Lived experience or a history working with individuals with low incomes
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS:
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, but the employee should never lift more than 50 pounds
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Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
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The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
AGENCY EXPECTATIONS:
1) Embrace, advocate, and carry out the mission, vision and core values of the Agency and adhere to all Agency Policies and Procedures
2) Familiarize and work toward the achievement of Agency-wide strategic plan goals, strategies and measures.
3) Acts as a role model within, as well as outside the Agency
4) Provide friendly, responsive service to the public, community organizations and to those we serve
5) With a respectful and positive attitude, work with low-income individuals and families with diverse backgrounds
6) Support, develop and maintain productive relationships required to carry out job activities
7) Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management
8) Maintain the security and confidentiality of all records and interpersonal interactions
9) Work effectively and cooperatively with community partners and co-workers
10) Participate in and/or lead Agency committees
11) Embody our commitment to embrace perspectives
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Implement Program Activities:
a) Coordinate and implement coaching and technical assistance with providers to facilitate quality improvements
b) Partner with the Parent Aware Recruiter to recruit child care centers and family child care programs to participate in Parent Aware
c) Provide relationship-based professional development, including coaching and technical assistance, to support participants in achieving quality improvement goals
d) Foster a welcoming and collaborative learning environment by building strengths-based relationships with providers, assessing program needs, and developing measurable quality improvement goals
e) Implement the Parent Aware Quality Coaching Model with fidelity, following current policies, procedures, and implementation guidelines
f) Collaborate with Child Care Aware district staff, including Professional Development Advisors, CLASS Coaches, and Grant Administrators, to coordinate quality coaching services, training requirements, and Parent Aware grant implementation
g) Develop and facilitate ongoing adult learning opportunities, including Communities of Practice and Professional Learning Communities, to promote continuous quality improvement
h) Maintain current knowledge of early childhood education, adult learning principles, and evidence-based best practices to provide high-quality coaching and support
Community Outreach and Relationships:
a) Establish and maintain positive mentoring relationships with Parent Aware participants, modeling, teaching and learning best practices
b) Develop and maintain productive relationships with community partners and identify opportunities for other CAPLP Child Care Aware staff to be involved in partner work
c) Represent CAPLP in professional early childhood associations, area Early Childhood Initiatives, and other regional community events and meetings
d) Participate in Regional, District and State meetings as necessary
e) Attend a minimum of two outreach events per calendar year
Data and Documentation
a) Adhere to established professional, ethical, and legal standards, including maintaining confidentiality, protecting data privacy, and fulfilling mandated reporter responsibilities
b) Utilize computer software and data management systems to communicate effectively, maintain accurate records, enter and retrieve data, update databases, and complete required reports in a timely manner
c) Provide technical assistance to child care professionals by supporting their Develop accounts and addressing technology-related needs
d) Document program quality improvement through photographs, narratives, and other approved methods to demonstrate progress and outcomes
e) Develop and maintain resources, tools, and materials to support providers and program quality improvement efforts as needed
Agency and Division Support
a) Represent Agency in communities we serve
b) Align and build on efforts to achieve a shared vision and common goals in serving people
c) Assist with Agency projects as requested
d) Attend and participate in agency, community and state meetings as requested
e) Participate in agency provided trainings and seek out additional training to enhance professional development
f) Assist with onboarding and training of Agency team members as requested
g) Compile and submit required documentation
h) Availability to work designated Agency hours for your Division and positio
Commit to, embrace, and uphold the CAPLP Core Values
1) Raise the Bar:
We always strive for excellence and never settle for the status quo
Be your best self; Hold yourself and your team accountable; Always best practice
2) Be Brave:
We challenge ourselves to go further than before, endure obstacles and try new things
Think outside the box; Take risks; Say the hard things; Be part of the solution
3) Do the Right Thing:
We have the strength of character to do the right thing even when it’s not easy
Lead by example; Be mission-driven; Be professional and ethical, even when no one is looking
4) Care for Each Other:
We respect, trust and care for ourselves, our customers and our teammates
Be kind; Assume the best; Take time to build relationships; Celebrate success
5) Help People:
We help people to help themselves and each other, focusing on those who need us most
Show compassion; Embrace perspectives; Go the extra mile
