Professional Development Specialist

Norwescap•Flemington, NJ

4d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Norwescap is a 60-year-old anti-poverty organization with a mission to strengthen communities by creating opportunities that improve the lives of low-income individuals and families. Our vision is to help build a community that transforms poverty into opportunity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a well-established, highly respected nonprofit organization that supports over 30,000 individuals and families each year and helps to create opportunities and positive change in communities throughout Northwestern New Jersey. Norwescap Child and Family Resources (CFRS) is seeking a Professional Development Specialist in our Flemington NJ office. Norwescap CFRS is the designated Child Care Resource and Referral Agency for Hunterdon, Sussex and Warren Counties, by the NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development (DFD). Our mission is to empower families and the community through enhancing the quality and accessibility of early education and by providing information and resources to community services. Professional Development Specialists ensure all trainings are accessible and current to support the development of childcare providers and enhance the quality of early childhood programs therefore improving the quality of care for children and families in our community. Trainings are provided and supported through our contract with the Department of Human Services Division of Family Development. Location: 84 Park Ave, Flemington, NJ with 25% travel to Newton and Hunterdon offices or providers in Hunterdon, Sussex and Warren Counties

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field required
3+ years' experience in early childhood education required
High degree of computer proficiency required
Ability to work both independently and in a group
Reliable transportation required for trainings and onsite visits to providers, travel estimated at 25%
BA/BS in early childhood education or related field? (Required)
Ability to Commute: Flemington, NJ 08822 (Required)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred
Spanish (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Develops and provides professional development to staff and the early education community
Coordinates and provides technical assistance on how to access health and safety courses, First Aid and CPR
Satisfactorily completes CPR/FA instructor training.
Provides skills checks for CPR/FA training and provides technical assistance to child care providers and the community in enrolling on online coursework.
Completes household check-ins with families to assess strengths and provide referrals
Provides technical assistance on how to navigate New Jersey Child Care Information System (NJCCIS)
Supports early childhood educators pursuing the Child Development Associate (CDA) by offering coursework and mentorship
Provides statistical information as requested
Informs and supports families and providers about child care services and policies
Follows the Norwescap's Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Performs other related duties as required