CCP Child Development Specialist

Matrix Human Services•Detroit, MI

2d•$52,000•Onsite

About The Position

Matrix Human Services is Educating Children, Supporting Families and Rebuilding Neighborhoods in Detroit. THE IMPACT YOU WILL BE A PART OF WITH JOINING MATRIX Over 30 program locations throughout Detroit and surrounding areas 20,000+ individuals benefiting from Matrix services every year The largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit The largest HIV treatment and prevention program in Detroit After school youth services and academic enrichment Workforce Development and Financial Literacy Programs Housing Education and Home Buying Assistance Healthy Senior Living Program FOCUS ON PERSONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. Tuition Assistance. Professional Development Support. In-House Learning and Professional Development Platform. WE EMBRACE WORK LIFE BALANCE. Vacation Banks. Paid Holidays. BENEFITS OPTIONS. Medical/Rx. Nonstop Visa Card. Dental. Vision. Life/AD&D Insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts. Combine Short- & Long-Term Disability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 403(b) Retirement Account. CEO Starr Allen-Pettway has been honored by the Michigan Chronicle as a distinguished nonprofit leader in Southeast Michigan. CORE VALUES: Positive Attitude Always Learning Results Through Accountability Building Relationships JOB SUMMARY/ACCOUNTABILITY This position reports directly to the Early Head Start Child Care Partnership Education Manager. The Child Development Specialist will provide educational and program support to teachers and Providers hired at partnering Child Care Centers. As well as to provide educational and program support to ensure the provision of quality services at each Family Child Care Home. This position requires a full-time on-site presence, offering you the chance to engage directly with our team and projects, and ensuring a hands-on role in our dynamic work environment.

Requirements

Able to read, write, and communicate in Standard English.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Able to maintain confidentiality of all discussions and records.
Must be resourceful, patient and sensitive to the needs of staff, children and families.
Must be culturally sensitive to work in a diverse community.
Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in early childhood education preferred
Three or more years of teaching experience
This position requires use of personal vehicle. Matrix Human Services does provide mileage reimbursement.
Clerical aptitude and computer literacy
Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards, High Scope, and COR Advantage.
Knowledge of Curriculum, Assessment, COPA, and observation tools.
Must be physically and mentally capable of performing duties of the classification.
Must have transportation, insurance and valid driver’s license
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that could provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Must be able to complete licensing requirements including criminal clearance, Central Registry Clearance and drug screen.
If applicable federal, state or local Head Start or childcare regulations, now or as amended in the future, contain additional requirements or qualifications for this position which are not specifically stated in this Job Description, the requirements and qualifications will apply, even if not specifically set forth in this Job Description.

Responsibilities

Facilitate ongoing communication between program staff, family childcare providers, and enrolled families
Conduct regular visits to each childcare center or family childcare home, some of which are unannounced, not less than twice every week
Periodically verify compliance with either contract requirements or agency policy
Provide recommendations for technical assistance and support the family child care provider in developing relationships with other childcare professionals
Monitor observe and mentor childcare center staff
Complete family childcare home PQA and classroom PQA assessments
Assists childcare staff in understanding and interpreting child observation data and establishing appropriate individual child goals based on knowledge of child development.
Work closely with the Family Advocate, and all content area specialists to ensure family child care providers and enrolled families are receiving and providing quality services
Complete referrals
Assist in compiling monthly data and information to complete various reports
Must have basic knowledge of program content area policies and procedures
Knowledge of Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes
Assist in the planning and implementation of program activities and initiatives.
Attend meetings/trainings as assigned.
Must continue self- professional development
Monitoring and tracking in compliance with the policies and procedures, licensing rules, and HS Program Performance Standards.
Must assist with recruitment of children for the CCP program.
Must participate in program activities and community events.
Oversee and track QRIS updates.
Must have reliable transportation
All other duties as assigned