Early Childhood Professional Development Support Specialist - Early Learning - Clatsop Service Center

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

1. AA degree in Child Development, Family Studies, or related field preferred;
OR Step 9 or above in the Oregon Registry required
2. Bilingual English/Spanish written and verbal, including ability to deliver training
in both languages preferred
3. Clearance in Oregon Central Background Registry
4. Experience with center-based child and family care, preferred
5. Familiarity with Oregon Professional Development Registry and Oregon's QRIS system preferred
6. Valid Oregon driver's license
7. Available transportation and proof of auto insurance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

1. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
2. Excellent presentation skills, including development and delivery of trainings
3. Knowledge of childhood care and education system
4. Knowledge and experience working within Oregon's Early Childhood systems (i.e.
resource and referral, Oregon registry, etc.)
5. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google based applications
including word processing, spreadsheets and database entry and queries.
6. Computer literacy including: web based meetings, email, data entry, word processing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are not inclusive but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.

A. Answer the Child Care Resource and Referral phone line; Provide technical
assistance, general information, referrals including follow-up with parents,
providers and the community
B. Enter data and maintain databases
C. Develop written and visual materials on quality child care issues
D. Provide presentations to employers, employee groups, community groups, parents
and child care providers on the topic of quality child care and family-friendly
workplace policies Conduct follow-up evaluations of trainings
E. Recruit and train childcare providers
F. Recruit child care providers for participation in professional development
opportunities available through agency and Child Care Resource & Referral
program
G. Contribute to, and/or edit articles for the parent or provider quarterly
newsletters.
H. Produce reports required for evaluating program effectiveness and funding
requirements; participate in ongoing evaluation of program effectiveness
I. Assist in development of quarterly and annual training plan
J. Work with Focused Child Care Network Participants to implement quality
standards; this includes recruiting Focused Network participants and providing
individual coaching for participants as needed
K. Provide individual coaching for Focused Network Participants, and other providers
as needed
L. Recruit Quality Rating and Improvement System participants and provide support
to early learning programs working towards a Star rating in Oregon's (QRIS)
M. Work collaboratively with community partners to advocate for increased
availability and quality of early learning programs in the region
N. Attend county early childhood advisory committee meetings as required
O. Support early learning professionals in developing individual Professional
Development Plans including navigating the community college system

Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.