Early Childhood Assessor

POSITION: Early Childhood Assessor

DEPARTMENT: Programs - Quality Assessment

REPORTS TO: Quality Assessment Manager

Wage & Hour Status: Non-exempt / Full-time
Pay Grade: 110 CSC / Staff Support
Hiring Range: $18.01 – $19.81 / Hour

PURPOSE: Conducts precontractual program assessments with potential providers and program assessment observations within contracted School Readiness (SR) and Voluntary Prekindergarten providers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform CLASS Observations to support quality initiatives and to meet the requirements of program assessment for SR and VPK Providers.
• Provide technical assistance as needed and work with Professional Development staff to develop trainings based on assessment results.
• Input data into WELS system pertaining to CLASS Observations and provide detailed information timely to providers on their CLASS Observation reports and scores as required by statute and rule governing the Coalition.
• Develop and demonstrate the ability to utilize all technology and technology protocols associated with conducting program assessments.
• Represent the Coalition professionally in the community and at provider sites.
• Work with the Quality Assessment Manager to develop reports and quality data measurement data.
• Works within the approved statewide systems to input necessary data timely and monitor provider enrollment status to determine appropriate timelines for SR program assessment.
• Perform other duties that may be necessary to maintain the success of the organization, as determined by leadership.
• Attends scheduled conference calls, webinars, and trainings, as necessary.
• Attends and assist with community events outside regularly scheduled operating hours of the Coalition, including evenings and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned by management staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma with a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
• One year work experience in a business, office, case management or early childhood setting.

Attainment of the following Certifications required by a date to be determined by the Chief Programs Officer: Classroom Assessment Scoring System Observer Certification-Infant, Toddler, Pre-K tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs (with emphasis on Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Proficient with web-based applications.
• High degree of integrity and honesty.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well as the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Works and communicates with people from multi-cultural backgrounds and socio-economic levels.
• Creative and energetic self-starter who is organized and able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Works independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with the private child care community in Marion County is a plus.
• Teacher training and curriculum development and implementation.
• Preparation of lesson plans and teaching materials.
• Experience with the CLASS Observation tool, Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ), and Teaching Strategies Gold (TS Gold).

Requirements:

• Ability to stand; walk; sit for extensive periods of time; use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard and calculator; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel or crouch. In addition, the employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must submit and pass a Level 1 background screening and E-Verify requirements.
• Requires a valid Florida Driver’s License, good driving record, and automobile insurance.
• Submit and pass a drug screening.
• Telecommute eligible, if applicable for portions of position.
• Work flexible hours/schedule, as needed.

Work Environment:

Works primarily in the field, traveling to childcare provider sites.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.01 - $19.81 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Must submit and pass a level 1 background screening and drug screening.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ocala, FL 34471: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20