University of Idaho is Hiring an IdahoSTARS Quality Child Care Consultant, Region 6 Near Moscow, ID
University of Idaho IdahoSTARS Quality Child Care Consultant, Region 6
Location: Off Campus Location - Pocatello Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences Employee Category: Classified Pay Range: $21.00 per hour or higher commensurate with experience FTE: 1.0 Full/Part Time: Full Time Position Summary: The IdahoSTARS Quality Child Care Consultant increases the quality of child care in Idaho through coaching, mentoring and training child care educators throughout the region. The Consultant partners with child care educators to create recommended interventions using evidence-based best practices derived from peer-reviewed research and national professional guidelines and assessment criteria. The Consultant evaluates implementation results and guides child care educators through reflective progress engagement and goal-focused outcome achievement. The Consultant also recruits and orients child care educators for participation with the IdahoSTARS Professional Development System (PDS), the Quality Rating & Improvement System (QRIS), and the Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP). Minimum Qualifications:
Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development or any associate degree with at least 30 ECE related college credits; a CDA or Montessori Certificate will count for 12 of the 30 required credits
Three yearsin the field of early care and education which could include experience as a preschool teacher, child care provider, child care director, or educator of young children in a child care or elementary setting
Conducting adult workshops and/or providing training (small and large groups)
Providing liaison with customer/provider groups
Preferred Qualifications: Education
Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development or any Bachelor Degree with at least 36 ECE related college credits
Experience
Understanding and ability to coach adult learners to implement quality practices
Interpreting federal or state regulations/guidelines
Professional working proficiency of written and spoken English and Spanish (ILR Level 3)
Knowledge of
Quality inclusive care
Computer literate to include database experience
Gathering, assembling, correlating, and analyzing facts
Devising solutions to problems
Interpreting federal or state regulations/guidelines
Able to/Have
Maintain a high level of confidentiality
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Work in a team setting to accomplish goals
Use correct spelling, punctuation and grammar in composing written statements
Manage a variety of projects simultaneously
Portray a professional demeanor
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
None
None Required Licensures, Certifications or other Posting Number: SP004408P Posting Date: 04/25/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions: Applications received by May 9, 2024 will receive first consideration. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu EEO Statement University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. jeid-aff553e08629f940be06c4ef9caf7241