Save the Children Early Childhood Coordinator

Oversee the implementation of Early Steps to School Recruit pregnant families and children ages birth to five into the program. Develop and schedule the program activities, including home visiting, parent/child groups, toddler play groups, transition to school activities, and other programmatic activities. Provide regular home visits to families ( twice monthly) using an STC approved home visiting curriculum. Organize and conduct regular (minimum of one per month) parent/child groups, in the elementary school when possible and feasible.

Conduct child screenings and make referrals to community providers for follow up assessment as needed. Coordinate with STC staff, program partners, local schools and other community agencies in implementing Early Steps. Participate in training and technical assistance activities including STC sponsored group trainings, technical assistance site visits, monthly audio conference calls, and web-based resource sharing and training activities. Participate in the evaluation of Early Steps, including data collection, interviewing and videotaping activities.Additional points related to the Early Childhood Coordinator position: Work ScheduleThe Early Childhood Coordinator position is a full-time position, funded for 40 hours per week.

It is a full year position. Time sheets must be kept.Fiscal ConsiderationsMust be paid as a staff employee with taxes withheld to be paid to the appropriate federal and state government agencies as described in the government regulations.Desired Qualifications: Highly motivated, flexible and non-judgmental individual who is eager to learn Associate degree in related field, Bachelors degree, or equivalent experience Experience working with pregnant women, children ages birth to five, and families in rural areas Home visiting experience Experience leading parent groups Demonstrated early childhood knowledge, including infant/toddler knowledge Energetic, motivated and creative Able to work independently Available and reliable vehicle for visiting families (mileage reimbursed) Competency with computers including previous experience with Windows programming and use of the Internet Willingness to travel regionally and nationally for training Willingness to collect data and participate in the program evaluation