Early Childhood Specialist (Bilingual/Spanish)

Are you enthusiastic about championing Early Childhood Education? Do you desire a position that impacts the lives of educators, childcare experts, and young learners? The Child Care Council of Nassau (CCCN) is committed to equipping families with the guidance and tools needed to identify top-notch childcare services, fostering innovative early childhood education in various settings, and supporting individuals in advancing their careers and entrepreneurial pursuits in this vital field. Serving over 1000 programs catering to Nassau County's youth and families, CCCN is on the lookout for dedicated, driven, and dynamic individuals to join our growing team. Join the Child Care Council of Nassau, Inc., a private, nonprofit organization, as we seek a Bilingual/Spanish Early Childhood Specialist to be part of our Early Childhood Services Department located in Garden City, NY, US.

Compensation: $30.25 to $33 per hour ($50,000 to $60,000 when annualized)

$30.25 - $33 per hour

• Provide support, coaching, guidance, and consultation to licensed and registered family, group family, and center-based childcare programs throughout Nassau County.
• Implement grant-generated educational programs and assist in delivering contracted initiatives, and similar projects that expand our partnerships with government, education, and community organizations.
• Develop and implement training and professional development sessions on topics such as child development, learning environments, classroom management, health and safety, and OCFS regulations.
• Engage with providers and programs by providing technical assistance via telephone and email support.
• Document and report information related to our grants and various contracts, regarding the essential work we do to support the Early Childhood workforce.
• Collaborate with other professionals in the organization, partnering with Parent Resource Counselors, Health and Nutrition experts, and the Community Outreach team.
• Build relationships with Early Childhood Educators and programs, using a strengths-based, reflective approach to professional development.
• Design and participate in your own professional growth and development, by participating in workshops, conferences, webinars, networking meetings, in-house trainings, and reflective supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Special Needs, or related field.
• Must speak, read, and write Spanish fluently.
• Special Needs background a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience in a childcare/early education setting, providing direct service to Infants, Toddlers, Preschool and/or school-age children in after-school programs.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse community.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as Google Drive, and willingness to learn virtual training platforms such as Zoom and Teams.
• Some knowledge of the Environmental Rating Scales (ITERS, ECERS, FCCERS) preferred, but not required.
• Comfortable with speaking to large groups and presenting training and professional development sessions. (Support and Training provided in Adult Learning Theory and presentation skills.)
• Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings, as work requires to support the Early Childhood workforce.
• Willingness to travel throughout Nassau County, as well as overnight travel via air or ground transportation to regional conferences, as needed.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to adopt a strengths-based approach to supporting providers, teachers, Directors, and other members of the Early Childhood community.
• Ability to lift equipment and materials up to 50 pounds, as well as manage prolonged sitting, use of computer and other technology, and phone use.
• Must obtain the New York State T-TAP Credential within 180 days of hire. More information provided at interview.

Child Care Council of Nassau (CCCN) is dedicated to empowering families with the guidance and resources needed to find high-quality childcare services, fostering the growth of innovative early childhood education in homes, centers, and schools, and supporting individuals on their journey to professional development and entrepreneurship in this vital field.