Daycare & Preschool Education Specialist | Greensboro

Sunshine House Early Learning Academy is seeking a Childcare / Daycare Education Specialist to motivate, manage, and provide professional consultation to our schools regarding education program, QRIS, and staff development.

This is a hybrid position; however, the Education Specialist will spend 75% of time on-site at schools.

Starting salary range: $50,000, based on experience, education, and credentials.

About The Sunshine House:

Bright Futures Start Here! We are much more than daycare for infants through school-age children. Our vision is to partner with families to create a better world. Although we are one of the largest early education and childcare companies in the United States, our schools have a family-oriented feel.

Education Specialist Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise Education Coaches and serve as coach and mentor for other positions.
• Partner with regional operations to motivate the workforce and build a positive team environment.
• Develop and deliver trainings.
• Design and implement corrective action work plans.
• Provide technical assistance.
• Actively participate in the orientation and onboarding of new employees.
• Take an active role in shaping and maintaining education and quality vision for the company.
• Write/review education materials as needed.
• Recommend new policies, procedures, and professional development to attain high-quality results for self and others.
• Work may be required on evenings and/or weekends occasionally.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or related field, or commensurate combination of education and professional experience required.
• MA/M Ed in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 24 credit hours of Early Childhood Education, if degree is not in ECE.
• At least 5 years of experience as a teacher or primary care provider in an early childcare and education setting with infants, toddlers or preschoolers required; at least 2 years of childcare management or regulatory experience preferred.
• Experience with employees located in multiple sites required.

Knowledge Requirements & Professional Skills

• In-depth knowledge of licensing, health and safety, QRIS, and accreditation requirements.
• Knowledge of developmentally-appropriate curriculum and instruction techniques for young children; ability to coach teachers on how to implement the curriculum activities.
• Knowledge of the Environment Rating Scales; ability to coach teachers on appropriate interactions and quality practice.
• Advanced knowledge of age-appropriate practices for children ages infant-12 years old.
• Comprehensive knowledge of effective room arrangement in a variety of settings.
• Practical knowledge and use of chosen curriculum including the following: planning form and planning resources, applicable daily schedule, child portfolios as well as observations, work samples, and assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical assistance and consultation in the areas of child development, care giving activities, developmentally-appropriate environments for young children, positive guidance, prevention of child abuse/neglect, age-appropriate needs of children.
• Ability to successfully complete work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel to other areas when needed, including overnight stays.

Benefits

• Affordable benefit programs, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical insurance, dental, and vision insurance as well as supplemental options like Aflac and short-term disability
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Discounted childcare tuition
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• And much more

The Sunshine House is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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