Early Head Start And Head Start Child Development Specialist

Early Head Start and Head Start Child Development Specialist

Cover Letter and Resume Required

(Deadline to Apply:  Wednesday, July 10 at 5 pm

Head Start Central Office

Full-Time (40 hours) M-F 8:00-5:00pm (hours may vary) 11 months

OACAC is seeking qualified candidates to work cooperatively with the Director of Child Development to formulate, implement, and provide support to early head start and head start field staff in all areas of the overall program plan which relate to early childhood education, disabilities, and the program’s philosophy and goals for both new and existing centers. This position includes training staff, supporting staff in classrooms, and coaching through a practice based coaching model. This position requires travel within a ten county radius.

Compensation commensurate with education and experience.  Benefits.  EOE

Requirements:

B.S degree in Child and Family Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related degree and a minimum of two years’ experience as a teacher in an early childhood program. Preference given to candidates with experience as a Teacher in an early childhood program working with children birth to five years of age, experience teaching and training adults,  coaching in an early childhood setting, and serving children with disabilities. Familiarity with CLASS, Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, and Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment system preferred.