Training and Technical Assistance Specialist

NEXT DOOR FOUNDATION INC•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Training and Technical Assistance Specialist is responsible for the implementing and coordinating professional development throughout the agency, with the support of the Workforce Development team. The Training and Technical Assistance Specialist will design and deliver required and bespoke trainings delivered through a variety of learning platforms (in-person, asynchronous, and/or hybrid). The Training and Technical Assistance Specialist will work collaboratively with the Director of Workforce Development to ensure agency professional development needs are met.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Adult Education or related field required.
A minimum of 3 years prior experience as an early childhood professional.
Currently, or willing to become, a registered trainer within the Registry.
Knowledge of concepts of adult learning and best practices as they related to providing training and technical assistance to adult learners.
Knowledge of childcare licensing rules and regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, and early childhood best practices.
Excellent customer service skills, organizational skills, facilitation, and oral/written communication skills.
Must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Must have personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and liability insurance of $100,000/$300,000 on first day of employment.
Must be willing to have a physical exam and a tuberculosis skin test at the time of hire.
Requires accessibility to attend meetings, activities and events outside normal working hours.

Nice To Haves

Preferences None

Responsibilities

Conduct, develop, and organize trainings related to early childhood development, including, but not limited to, childcare licensing rules and regulations, Head Start Program Performance Standards, best practices in early education; active supervision; and documentation and assessment.
Assist in the planning, organizing, and/or development of trainings requested throughout the agency.
Support implementation and documentation of agency-wide onboarding and orientation for new hires.
Support those in our Pathways program, a continuing education program, through mentorship, being present, and building rapport.
Evaluate the effectiveness of trainings to ensure quality and consistency.
Document and track using our internal systems, the Registry, associated training systems, and any additional necessary processes.
Maintain records of trainers throughout the agency.
Work collaboratively with other members of the Workforce Development team to maintain our Learning Management System.
Maintain obtain certifications necessary for identified trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.