Early Learning Partner Educator

THINK Together • Santa Ana, CA

76d • $23

About The Position

The Early Learning Partner Educator is responsible for supporting and ensuring Family Child Care Home Education Network (FCCHEN) compliance with California Department of Social Services, Early Education and Support Division, and Licensing regulations. The role involves observing and assessing children using the Desired Result Developmental Profile (DRDP) and conducting Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale assessments to support providers in creating program activities that address the developmental needs of children.

Requirements

• 12 units Early Childhood education/Child Development or more required.
• Associate Teacher Child Development Permit or higher is preferred.
• At least 1 to 2 years' experience working with children ages 0-5 in a classroom or childcare home environment.
• Experience in conducting student observations, completing developmental assessments (DRDP) and Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS) or willing to learn.
• Ability to work well with people and demonstrate a sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Excel and Word at an intermediate or advanced level.
• Ability to communicate in written and oral English correctly and effectively.
• A California Driver's License, daily use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance.
• Must pass background check.
• TB test clearance to be renewed every two years.
• Current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid.
• Comply with immunization, background check standards and other required screenings as mandated by Human Resources.
• Bi literate in Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with providers in developing an environment conducive to learning.
• Conduct ongoing site visits and monitor for program compliance.
• Assist and support providers with problem solving as needed.
• Develop and maintain accurate child and provider records for program compliance.
• Complete the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) assessment and write observations for each child.
• Create and maintain files and database up to date for program compliance.
• Complete an Environmental Rating Scale for providers and develop an action plan to support provider for quality improvement.
• Ensure age-appropriate curricula activities are being implemented in the areas of cognitive, physical, social emotional growth of all children.
• Monitor and support provider with developing developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents to obtain information to better serve families and maintain program quality.
• Conduct ongoing on-site health and safety monitoring visits to each Family Child Care Home.
• Encourage providers and parents to participate in program planned trainings/workshops for professional development and to enhance parenting skills.
• Monitor the nutritional programs being administered at all Family Child Care Homes to ensure compliance with the State of California Food and Nutrition Program.
• Travel to Family Child Care Homes in the areas assigned.
• Attend meetings, conferences and workshops as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree