Professional Development Advisor

Child Care Aware of Minnesota is a statewide early childhood leader driving change through partnerships to build an equitable, high-quality early care and education system that meets the needs of Minnesota’s families and children. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, offering competitive benefits, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for long-term professional growth. We are looking for team members who are passionate, adaptable, and interested in high-impact work that influences systems statewide. Embedding equity in organizational practices is a core value, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring, promotion, and workplace culture.

Position Description
The Professional Development Advisor is a part of the Quality Improvement and Professional Development team. This role will provide professional development, advising, and technical assistance to programs and individuals in the Accelerated and Expedited Pathways for Parent Aware. This full-time position reports to the Director of Quality Improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide technical assistance to Accelerated and Expedited Pathway programs and utilize the Develop Data system to maintain accurate records.
· Use the Develop Data system to execute the daily functions of Professional Development Advising and technical assistance for Accelerated and Expedited grants, ensuring participants’ data is up to date, private, protected, and secure.
· Utilize various methods such as phone, email, virtual meetings, in-person (as allowable), and webinars to provide technical assistance to support programs in their development. This includes goal setting and uploading of grant spending documentation in Develop.
· Accurately document interactions or support to programs by entering Relationship-Based Professional Development (RBPD) events in Develop database.
· Review program goals and complete verification process for spending in the Develop database.
· Using the Knowledge and Competency Framework to support educators in creating a training plan to meet Parent Aware requirements.
· Maintain an awareness of relevant, emerging strategies and trends to stay current on the Quality Rating and Improvement System work and Relationship-Based Professional Development best practices and provide accurate technical assistance.

2. Work collaboratively with the Quality Improvement and Professional Development teams to advise and provide technical assistance to Accelerated and Expedited Pathways participants.
· Partner with the Quality Improvement Coordinator to ensure seamless support for programs and providers in the Accelerated and Expedited Pathways.
· Partner with the Professional Development team to ensure that processes and protocols are implemented with integrity.
· Represent CCA and the Quality Improvement and Professional Development teams at statewide and organizational meetings as appropriate.

3. Facilitate career planning discussions with program leaders, individual teachers, and providers to help them create a professional development plan utilizing the Child Care Aware of MN Professional Development Touchpoints with actionable steps.
· Provide information on the MNCDA, the MNITCDA, TEACH scholarships, RETAIN bonuses, Higher Education degree programs, and Achieve
· Provide information on English classes for English Language Learner providers and those seeking options for completing a high school diploma or GED.

4. Provide input on innovative strategies to support programs and individuals’ professional development.
· Provide confirmation email to eligible Accelerated and Expedited Pathway grant programs.
· Conduct informational webinars as needed.
· Collaborate with Quality Improvement Coordinator and local grant administrator to complete spending processes.

Qualifications:
· Demonstrated intercultural competency skills and experience working cross-culturally, with a commitment to being anti-racist and a commitment to incorporating principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into your work
· Associate’s degree in early childhood or related field with experience coaching and training adults
· Ability to work independently as well as with a team
· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
· Able to work in a rapidly changing environment with demanding deadlines
· Independent worker/comfortable working with staff in remote locations
· Flexibility with the evolving changes and needs of the Child Care Aware of Minnesota system and the work
· Understanding of, and experience using, data systems

Working Conditions
· Full-time, exempt
· Flexible scheduling, with occasional non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends
· Family-friendly work culture
· Hybrid work arrangement that blends working virtually and onsite
· May require sitting or a stationary position for extended periods
· Occasional travel

Compensation and Benefits
Salary range - $33,280 – $39,104 annually, plus an additional $2,000 a year for lifestyle expenses

Competitive benefit package
Medical and dental insurance
· Medical and dental insurance for single or family coverage; CCA covers 70-80% of the cost
· Health Care Flexible Spending Account
· Vision Insurance

Disability Leave
· Long-term disability and Short-Term Disability coverage

Paid Time Off
· Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 10 to 30 days per year
· 12 scheduled holidays
· 3 Personal Days
· 12 sick days per year
· Paid parental leave

Retirement benefits
· 401 (k) employer match up to 5%

Employee well-being
· Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
· Wellness Hours: 2 hours per week of paid time off for wellness
· Flexible spending account for dependent care
· Flexible work schedule and hybrid work environment

Career development
· Professional development opportunities with additional funds for career development
· Qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

People of the global majority and American Indians are encouraged to apply – EOE

Interested applicants should apply by May 2, 2025.

Child Care Aware of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. We encourage interested applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,280.00 - $39,104.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Paul, MN 55107

Salary : $33,280 - $39,104