Family Child Care Coordinator

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

The Family Child Care Coordinator (FCCC) manages and implements the Family Child Care Option program under the guidance of the Area Manager. The coordinator connects families with licensed child care providers, conducts site visits, and builds relationships with local agencies. The role coordinates training, workshops, and parent engagement to support a nurturing and educational environment for children ages 0–5. Applicants must be fluent in two or more languages, including at least one language that supports the needs of the program and community. After submitting an application, applicants must email unofficial transcripts or a copy of their degree to [email protected]. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, along with two years of teaching experience with children ages 0–5. Candidates need at least 12 ECE/CD core units and three infant/toddler development units, or must complete these units within one year of employment. They must hold or qualify for a Site Supervisor Permit within 30 days of employment, have experience in a licensed day care center or comparable home day care serving children ages 0–5, and have dependable, insured transportation and a valid California Driver License. Mileage is reimbursed.

Requirements

Fluency in two or more languages, including at least one language that supports the needs of the program and community.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
Two years of teaching experience with children ages 0–5.
Minimum of 12 ECE/CD core units and three infant/toddler development units, or completion within one year of employment.
Hold or qualify for a Site Supervisor Permit within 30 days of employment.
Experience in a licensed day care center or comparable home day care for children ages 0–5.
Dependable, insured transportation.
Valid California Driver License.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public relations, presentations, training, and workshops is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Recruit, enroll, and re-certify children in the Family Child Care Program.
Promote parent involvement, provide program orientation, and support families in identifying resources and setting goals.
Conduct site visits to monitor and support child care providers.
Provide provider training and technical assistance and develop educational materials.
Ensure providers meet program standards and state requirements.
Build partnerships with child care providers and offer on-site training, support, and educational resources.
Perform administrative tasks, maintain records, and assist with updating and implementing program policies.
Conduct monthly parent and provider meetings.
Attend relevant trainings to enhance program quality.
Connect families to licensed providers, conduct site visits, foster relationships with local agencies, and coordinate training, workshops, and parent engagement.