Family Child Care Support - Family Childcare Network

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

The Early Care and Education Projects (ECEP) Family Child Care Support team member will support ECEP in fulfilling the project's mission of educating, connecting, and equipping early childhood professionals. This hourly telecommute position will support the Family Child Care Network and family child care providers in Southwestern Arkansas.

Regular and reliable attendance is expected, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial working relationships with others. This is a one-year appointment, renewable based on the need for the position, funding availability, and a satisfactory performance level.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

CDA credential or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least three years of experience providing direct services to children and families within the child care community

At least three years of experience with the state quality rating and improvement systems and state licensing regulations

Experience with technology and Microsoft Office Applications

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least three years experience with the state quality rating and improvement systems and state licensing regulations regarding family child care homes

Experience coaching, mentoring, or supporting early childhood educators

Familiarity with ECEP and its mission

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of child development and home-based childcare – the content and the business

Knowledge of Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education and specifically Family Child Care Minimum Licensing Regulations

Skill with Microsoft Office Suites, databases, and selecting software for business supports

Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds

Ability to organize and communicate developmentally appropriate practices in writing and orally

Ability to gather and collect data and information on program participants and generate necessary reports to meet reporting requirements

Ability to work independently, reliably, and to be proactive with work assignments

Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds

Ability to collect data and information to meet reporting requirements

Be available to travel and work some evenings and weekends

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Amber Coen
Carmen Burasco
Glennia Hunt

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.