Early Learning Education Specialist at Think Together - Orange

Job Summary

Job Summary

Education Specialist Family Child Care Home Environment Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We’re one of California’s largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you’re interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support! GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: Under the general supervision of the Education Manager, the Education Specialist is responsible for monitoring Family Child Care Home Education Network (“FCCHEN”) to ensure compliance with California Department of Social Services, Early Education and Support Division, and Licensing regulations. The Education Specialist will observe and assess children using the Desired Result Developmental Profile (“DRDP”) and conduct Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale assessments to create program activities that address the developmental needs of children by providing appropriate learning experiences and sharing with the providers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Train providers in child development and creation of an educationally stimulating environment, individually and in workshops. • Monitor providers and conduct regular quality review visits. • Assist providers to resolve problems, including issues with licensing analysts, schools, children, and parents. • Develop and maintain accurate child and provider records as required by the contract. • Complete DRDP and observations for each child. • Create and maintain files and database - compliant with program expectations. • Complete an Environmental Rating Scale for providers. • Develop action plans for providers to maintain ongoing quality. • Ensure age-appropriate curricula activities are being implemented in the areas of cognitive, physical, social emotional

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