Allied Credit Solutions
Child Development Specialist
Allied Credit Solutions, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Position Title: Child Development Specialist Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Reports To: Program Director Position: Full-time Salary: $22 to $28 per hour, depending on experience and education
Job Description Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Child Development Specialist is responsible for providing technical assistance to Family Child Care Providers and Center-Based Subcontractors. The role involves monitoring the quality of services provided to children enrolled in the Child Care Program, serving as a role model, and ensuring high-quality standards to meet all funding requirements. The specialist may also support the team with other program requirements and functions as needed.
Responsibilities
Meet with assigned Family Child Care Providers and Center-Based Subcontractors bi-weekly to conduct one-on-one training/modeling/assisting on various topics as needed.
Perform follow-up training through demonstration (modeling).
Ensure providers use developmentally appropriate practices when caring for children, providing training, technical assistance and modeling as required.
Complete “Environments Assessment” for each provider and submit assessments to the Program Director for review.
Conduct a Health and Safety checklist twice a month.
Collect evidence to support completion of the DRDPs in accordance with established timelines.
Ensure parent/provider conferences are completed for every child enrolled in the childcare program.
Conduct the appropriate Environmental Rating Scale, summarize findings, and ensure action steps are completed yearly.
Assist in selecting materials that support children’s interests and curriculum, and demonstrate various ways to use them.
Serve as the link between providers, parents, and BCM.
Assist providers and subcontractors in building relationships with parents that foster trust and engagement.
Plan, prepare, and deliver training for providers and subcontractors.
Conduct parent meetings in collaboration with the Eligibility/Parent Engagement Specialist.
Participate in recruitment efforts to maintain a child wait list greater than available enrollment opportunities.
Support the program with the completion of eligibility and enrollment packets.
Follow and reinforce agency policies in addition to state and federal law.
Perform any duties as needed to meet the requirements of the State contracts.
Education & Qualifications
Completed 24 units of ECE/CD, including core classes, and 16 units of GE in appropriate areas.
6 units in Infant/Toddler units (to be completed within the first year of employment if not already completed).
Ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Must be able to work during weekends or evenings as needed for provider trainings and subcontractor work.
Must have basic computer skills.
Valid California Class “C” driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Access to reliable transportation.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Demonstrate coaching, training, and leadership skills.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical exam and TB clearance.
Must successfully complete a background check including DOJ, FBI & CACI.
Must have current certification in CPR and First Aid.
Must follow confidentiality, care and supervision, mandated‑reporter policies and procedures.
Must be able to travel to multiple centers to complete duties.
May need to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Valid California driver’s license, good driving record (DMV check will be conducted) and proof of automobile insurance required.
Regularly required to change position, sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and bend, twist and reach with hands and arms.
Lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
Essential Functions
Observe, see, hear and respond to children’s needs, emergencies and conflicts that may occur in the child development center or on the playground.
Be aware of the cognitive, social and physical needs of children.
Communicate verbally and in writing in English to the degree that children, parents and other staff members can understand and respond.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Training
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education, Higher Education, and Education Administration Programs
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Child Development Specialist
role at
Allied Credit Solutions .
Position Title: Child Development Specialist Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Reports To: Program Director Position: Full-time Salary: $22 to $28 per hour, depending on experience and education
Job Description Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Child Development Specialist is responsible for providing technical assistance to Family Child Care Providers and Center-Based Subcontractors. The role involves monitoring the quality of services provided to children enrolled in the Child Care Program, serving as a role model, and ensuring high-quality standards to meet all funding requirements. The specialist may also support the team with other program requirements and functions as needed.
Responsibilities
Meet with assigned Family Child Care Providers and Center-Based Subcontractors bi-weekly to conduct one-on-one training/modeling/assisting on various topics as needed.
Perform follow-up training through demonstration (modeling).
Ensure providers use developmentally appropriate practices when caring for children, providing training, technical assistance and modeling as required.
Complete “Environments Assessment” for each provider and submit assessments to the Program Director for review.
Conduct a Health and Safety checklist twice a month.
Collect evidence to support completion of the DRDPs in accordance with established timelines.
Ensure parent/provider conferences are completed for every child enrolled in the childcare program.
Conduct the appropriate Environmental Rating Scale, summarize findings, and ensure action steps are completed yearly.
Assist in selecting materials that support children’s interests and curriculum, and demonstrate various ways to use them.
Serve as the link between providers, parents, and BCM.
Assist providers and subcontractors in building relationships with parents that foster trust and engagement.
Plan, prepare, and deliver training for providers and subcontractors.
Conduct parent meetings in collaboration with the Eligibility/Parent Engagement Specialist.
Participate in recruitment efforts to maintain a child wait list greater than available enrollment opportunities.
Support the program with the completion of eligibility and enrollment packets.
Follow and reinforce agency policies in addition to state and federal law.
Perform any duties as needed to meet the requirements of the State contracts.
Education & Qualifications
Completed 24 units of ECE/CD, including core classes, and 16 units of GE in appropriate areas.
6 units in Infant/Toddler units (to be completed within the first year of employment if not already completed).
Ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Must be able to work during weekends or evenings as needed for provider trainings and subcontractor work.
Must have basic computer skills.
Valid California Class “C” driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Access to reliable transportation.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Demonstrate coaching, training, and leadership skills.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical exam and TB clearance.
Must successfully complete a background check including DOJ, FBI & CACI.
Must have current certification in CPR and First Aid.
Must follow confidentiality, care and supervision, mandated‑reporter policies and procedures.
Must be able to travel to multiple centers to complete duties.
May need to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Valid California driver’s license, good driving record (DMV check will be conducted) and proof of automobile insurance required.
Regularly required to change position, sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and bend, twist and reach with hands and arms.
Lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
Essential Functions
Observe, see, hear and respond to children’s needs, emergencies and conflicts that may occur in the child development center or on the playground.
Be aware of the cognitive, social and physical needs of children.
Communicate verbally and in writing in English to the degree that children, parents and other staff members can understand and respond.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Training
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education, Higher Education, and Education Administration Programs
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