Job Summary:
The MKE Accreditation Facilitation Project (AFP) Coach supports the vision and mission of 4C For Children by working with Milwaukee area regulated Child Care Providers to provide a supported path to achieve accreditation through NAEYC or NAFCC. The Coach will also provide trainings as needed to support overall ECE professional development. The position works with both English and Spanish speaking providers.
This part-time 20-25 hours/week position may include evening and weekend responsibilities, with a possible nontraditional schedule. The final work schedule to be determined based on the needs of participating programs and training responsibilities. The position is part of a Quality Improvement Project that is funded through the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.
Qualifications and Skills:
Desired Requirements:
- Experience in a child care setting, understanding of Child Care practices and protocols.
- Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and editing skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Familiarity with accreditation standards and processes.
- Familiarity with known ECE Quality Practices.
- Experience reflects increasing leadership responsibilities involving task management and collaboration skills.
- Possess the ability to coordinate multi-program activities to meet identified outcomes.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience that is relevant to the Job Summary description.
- Recognized as a Tier 2 Trainer and a Consultant in The Registry.
- Communication Skills: English and/or Spanish Bilingual in both verbal and written communications.
- Ability to work both as a team and independently.
- Experience in working with computerized software: Microsoft Word, Teams, and Outlook, at minimum.
- Ability to coordinate and facilitate meetings both in-person and through Zoom meetings.
- Background working with children and families, within early education
- Experience and willingness to work in a diversified and multi-lingual environment.
- Must satisfactorily pass required background and reference checks.
- A valid WI state driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle in good working condition.
Benefits:
- Salary based upon experience
- Generous paid holidays, sick, vacation, and personal time
- AAA – Agency Paid
- 403B
Please email resume and cover letter to: twheelock@4cfc.org