Early Childhood Quality Assessment Specialist- Part-time

Chautauqua Opportunities Inc•Jamestown, NY

41d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

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 continuous education, and inform program development. This role serves as a community resource to advocate for the importance of quality child care and its impact on children, families, workforce development, and the broader economy.

Requirements

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 achieve inter-rater reliability in assessment tools within 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, Excel, and Google Docs
Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends
Must maintain a calm and professional demeanor under pressure
Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all 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

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

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 related to site visits and assessments, submitting them promptly and accurately
Utilizes substantial data analysis to develop 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 reflection 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 Google 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