What are the responsibilities and job description for the FCC Success Partner (Family Child Care - Home Visitor) position at Ellis Early Learning?
Ellis Early Learning, “Ellis,” (formerly known as Ellis Memorial) is a vibrant, Boston-based nonprofit with a rich history founded in 1885. Ellis provides high quality early education and care for infants, toddlers and preschool children. Ellis is among the most socio-economically, racially, and culturally diverse organizations serving children in Boston and is accredited by the NAEYC. Through a partnership with Boston Public Schools, it also operates four (Universal) Boston Pre-K classrooms. Ellis operates two centers in the South End and a third center in Jamaica Plain and serves over 300 children annually.
The Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) recently granted Ellis a contract to launch a new Family Child Care (FCC) System to expand its impact on children, families, and micro-entrepreneurs. Ellis is thrilled to launch an innovative, educator-focused “Family Child Care Network”.
ELLIS VISION : Every child thrives, and every educator flourishes in an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
ELLIS MISSION : Ellis partners with families to provide high-quality early childhood education in a warm, nurturing environment. A recognized leader in our field, we support children across the socio-economic spectrum, treasure diversity in all forms, and celebrate the joy of childhood.
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Position Overview :
Ellis is seeking a mission-driven and entrepreneurial FCC Success Partner (Home Visitor) to support the launch of our new Ellis FCC Network (System) in Boston. This role is crucial in establishing relationships with FCC educators and helping them thrive. The FCC Success Partner will be instrumental in building the foundation of the new FCC Network and collaborating closely with the FCC educators to create high-quality environments for children and families. During regular visits to FCC educators, the FCC Success Partner will share best practices, observe, provide coaching, and assist educators with licensing requirements, and professional development goals. Visits will also focus on enriching learning environments, maintaining compliance, and supporting continuous quality improvement.
The ideal candidate will have lived experience in Family Child Care, either as an FCC educator or as part of an FCC System / Network, and will be comfortable working in a dynamic environment that involves navigating ambiguity and building new structures from the ground up.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Relationship Building and Recruitment
- Serve as the primary point of contact for newly recruited educators, providing guidance and support as they join and adapt to the Ellis FCC Network.
- Work with the Director of the Ellis FCC Network to identify prospective FCC educators for the network, whose mission and values align with Ellis.
2. Program Development and Support
3. Growth and Quality Improvement
4. Community Engagement
5. Data Collection and Reporting
This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role. As this exciting opportunity evolves, the person in this position will be instrumental in shaping the Ellis FCC Network. New responsibilities may emerge as the work progresses.
QUALIFICATIONS :
WHY ELLIS?
At Ellis, you will be part of an organization dedicated to creating high-quality learning environments where every child can thrive, and every educator can flourish. We value diversity, inclusion, and innovative approaches to early childhood education.
Ellis offers a competitive salary and benefits package—including vacation and sick time, health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance—along with opportunities for professional growth and making a lasting impact on children, families, and micro-entrepreneurs in the Boston area. Join us and help shape the future of early childhood education.
HOW TO APPLY?
If you are passionate about building a new FCC Network and supporting FCC educators in delivering high-quality early education, please send a cover letter and résumé detailing your experience and qualifications to hr@ellisearlylearning.org.
