FCC Regional Consultant

This position will work with the CCR&R Statewide Family Child Care Project Manager and the CCR&R FCC Statewide Support Team to build and sustain a localized system of technical assistance and professional development that supports FCC educators in Region 6 (Mecklenburg, Union, Cabarrus, Rowan and Stanly Counties), where connections and collaborations with peer mentors and other professional agencies and organizations supporting FCC is valued and embedded in a diverse, equitable and inclusive service delivery model driven by identified FCC needs.    

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and support work in the region with FCC operators
• Intentionally provide collaboration and networking opportunities where operators can share and provide feedback on the service delivery model
• Provide technical assistance
• Provide professional development
• Provide FCC PD and TA in multiple modalities to meet FCC operator needs
• Connect and collaborate with other CCR&R staff as well as peer mentors to create a multi-level relationship based, culturally and linguistically responsive support system
• Ensure equitable access to technical assistance and professional development opportunities that support FCC individual needs in their regions
• Provide a flexible schedule to accommodate TA & PD needs of FCC operators outside of their business day
• Work with Statewide Project Manager and Anchors to identify potential peer mentors and collaborate with them for individualized FCC support for operators (paired meetings, TA, etc.)
• Identify, support and prioritize TA for FCC Start–Up
• Collaborate with lead agency management and the FCC Project management team to develop a regional team (Regional FCC Consultant, lead or local CCR&R staff, and peer mentors) 
• Schedule and conduct quarterly regional team meetings
• Schedule check in meetings with FCC mentors or participate in Peer Mentor professional learning communities if scheduled by Project Manager or Management Team Anchors
• Schedule and conduct quarterly collaboration and networking opportunities with local FCC operators in their service area
• Share with Statewide Project Manager, Management Team Anchors and Supervisor regional team feedback, successes, concerns, local trends, etc.
• Support research, study, or survey opportunities through the project or other NC collaborative partners as identified by the Statewide  Project Manager
• Support TA and PD skill building opportunities for themselves and regional team members, as identified
• Document work activities and submit required reports and data to Supervisor, Statewide Project Manager and Management Team Anchors
• Provide feedback from regional activities to inform continued work to support FCC operators
• Attend statewide FCC team meetings, trainings, events as required by Statewide Project Manager in coordination with Supervisor
• Attend agency meetings, trainings, events as required by Agency Supervisor in collaboration with Project Manager
• Support both the Agency and the Statewide FCC Project as identified in the Scope of Work 
• Other duties as assigned to fulfill contractual requirements
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date program files, database and site visit reports as well as program assessments. Provides reports, in an accurate and timely manner, as requested by the department supervisor.
• Collaborates with other CCRI trainers on an on-going basis to improve and coordinate the agency’s delivery of training and technical assistance. 
• Practices professional renewal through a variety of means, such as attending regional and national conferences, participating in professional organizations, and remaining abreast of current research and literature.
• Assists the department supervisor in submitting grant proposals, developing work procedures, and in training and orienting new staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Agency Leadership.

Competencies:

An individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position:

• Problem solving – the individual identifies and resolves problems in a confidential and timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Interpersonal skills – the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas, exhibits willingness to try new things and collaborates well with a team that values diversity 
• Oral Communication – the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations, demonstrates presentation skills when providing information in meeting
• Written Communication – the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information
• Planning/Organizing – the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans
• Quality Control – the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality
• Adaptability – the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
• Dependability – the individual consistently completes work assigned, meets deadlines, follows instructions, responds to supervision and solicits feedback to improve performance
• Safety and Security – the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly 

Education/Experience: 

Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.  Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood education with NCICDP Level 11 Certification and Technical Assistance/Professional Development Endorsements preferred. Applicants should be proficient in current NC Child Care Licensure Rules & Regulations.  Computer skills and knowledge or adaptability to learn and master multiple software applications is a must. Completed training and demonstrated competence with the Family Child Care Home Environmental Rating Scales preferred.  Experience in leading/supporting collaborative teams is preferred. Previous experience as a Family Child Care educator or experience in supporting Family Child Care educators is a plus.

Special Skills:

• Effective oral and written communication skills with internal and external clients
• Technology experience; knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, web-based meeting/training/data collection platforms, etc. with ability to adapt to master new programs
• Lead collaborative teams effectively
• Demonstrate and actively pursue additional learning opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Build rapport with FCC ECE collaborators
• Attention to detail with ability to maintain accurate documentation of activities
• Ability to manage work and meet required deadlines
• Ability to prioritize work to balance duties

• Working knowledge of NC CCR&R System

Special Working Requirements: 

• An automobile at your disposal; a valid, non-suspended driver’s license and a current automobile liability policy with continuous coverage.   Reasonable accommodations may be made at agency’s discretion.

• Must be able to manipulate and operate office supplies and equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
• Travel will be required to include regional, some statewide and limited nationally, as appropriate.
• Requires the need for flexible schedule to meet deadlines and/or address learner needs, including night and/or weekend work. 
• May work in shared space or from a home office with internet connectivity.
• If working from a home office, ensure that space and equipment used is conducive to work productivity and performance.

CCRI is an equal opportunity employer. CCRI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, age, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

CCRI requires all employees to be COVID-19 vaccinated.