Senior Technical Assistance Specialist (DOE/HS)

Central Jersey Family Health Consortium Inc•North Brunswick, NJ

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About The Position

The Senior Technical Assistance Specialist is responsible for overseeing the comprehensive technical assistance provided to programs that are public schools and/or Head Start who are participating in GROW NJ Kids in the North Region. Sr. TA Specialist will provide supervision of a team of Technical Assistance Specialists in their work with DOE/Head Start programs and providers to address the (5) identified components of the GNJK Standards. Sr. TA Specialists will also provide technical assistance to a smaller case load as assigned by the Program Manager.

Requirements

Education: A master’s degree in early childhood or related field) and 3+ years' experience with early childcare and education, children and families OR bachelor’s degree in early childhood or related field) and 5+ years' experience with early childcare and education, children and families.
Experience providing TA to GNJK centers/providers who have achieved a quality rating required.
Experience building and developing community networks required.
Candidates must possess practical and managerial field experience.
An understanding of GROW NJ Kids quality rating and improvement system that includes related content knowledge, planning expertise, process expertise and topical expertise.
Knowledge and understanding of developmental screenings and working with children with special needs, inclusion practices, intervention strategies for children with challenging behaviors, national health and safety standards, nutrition and special diets, and higher level early childhood curriculum expertise.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Proven ability to build relationships with people at all levels.
Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural diversity and its impact on planning and provision of services.
Demonstrated expertise in program planning, development and implementation.
Demonstrated expertise in community organization and collaboration building.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently.
Computer proficiency.
Highly organized, motivated and flexible.
Computer proficiency required.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as interpersonal & oral/written communication skills required.
Valid Driver's license with the ability to provide proof of ongoing automobile insurance coverage is required.
This position will require reimbursable local and statewide travel utilizing personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience with direct reports is preferred.
Native language speaking abilities in Spanish.
Knowledge of early childhood best practices, curriculums, and assessment tools (strongly desired).
Knowledge of 7 counties that make up northern NJ region and resources in those counties
Demonstrated ability to present information formally and informally to large and small groups.

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of full-time Technical Assistance Specialists daily and provide administrative supervision to identify strengths, challenges, professional development needs, and to build staff skills and expertise through reflective supervision.
Conduct ongoing performance evaluations of their supervises in compliance with CJFHC requirements.
Facilitate team meetings with the Program Manager.
Monitor program activities, documentation, data entry, and service levels on the database, NJ Child Care Information System (NJCCIS). Collect and review staff monthly reports and assess program outcomes. Help support, mentor and coach school personnel and Head Start directors to help them move successfully through the GROW NJ Kids quality rating and improve system standards by providing on-site, individualized technical assistance and developing tools/resource kits.
Must have attended training sessions to become accountable and/or reliable in at least one Environmental Rating Scales (ECERS-3, ITERS-3, & FCCERS-3). Use skills and knowledge gained during training to enhance TA services provided.
Oversee the development of a best-practices inventory in the 5 Grow NJ Kids Categories.
Help to coordinate and facilitate quarterly webinars and communities of practice networking meetings.
Maintain site visit calendars to ensure obligations are efficiently planned, executed and met with quality
Work collaboratively with key stakeholders regionally and statewide to promote & support Grow NJ Kids implementation. This includes facilitating ongoing relationships with other Quality Initiatives through DFD, Central Intake, County Councils for Young Children, Rutgers GNJK Training Services, NJCCIS Workforce Registry and Data System, William Paterson University Center for Quality Ratings, local county CCRR's, Grow NJ Kids programs, and other school and community based agencies.
Collaborate with other Sr TA Specialists on special projects
Represent Grow NJ Kids both outside and inside the agency.
Monitor each program's/provider's activities and progress.
Submit quarterly data reports to regional program director.
Assist Director in the preparation of annual reports for grant contracts as assigned
Fulfill other duties as assigned.