Family Child Care Quality Coach (Upstate Region) Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Family Child Care Quality Coach (Upstate Region)

Department:

CED Child Development Research Center Part/Full Time:

Full Time Advertised Salary Range:

$49,396 – $62,075 About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service – helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Advertised Job Summary The Family Child Care Quality Coach functions as a part of the South Carolina Child Care & Resource Referral team of statewide Instructors/Training Coordinators (Quality Coaches) that provides technical assistance and professional development to early childhood programs and collaborates with partner agencies to coordinate services. This home-based position is located in the Upstate region of South Carolina and requires reliable transportation and the ability to travel to conduct on-site visits to early childhood programs and perform other job duties. For this position, the selected applicant must obtain two approvals, both from SC Endeavors, within 12 months of employment: (1) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Trainer Credential in all areas of child development (2) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Technical Assistance Provider. Required Education and Experience Preferred Qualifications Prefer a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or a degree in education related field with a minimum of 18 credit hours documented on transcript of core coursework in Early Childhood Education. Preference will be given to applicants with experience as an employee/owner of an early childhood setting (family-based, center-based) serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Preference will also be given to applicants with experience conducting adult/parent education trainings and providing technical assistance to implement program quality standards in early childhood education setting. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of or demonstrated experience in the provision of technical assistance and training to child care providers in topics that include business start-up and planning, acquiring licensing status, maintaining quality services, and resolving corrective action plans. Knowledge of SC Child Care licensing requirements and ABC standards and awareness of community services for children. Knowledge and experience in the use of tools to develop online training/courses/tutorials is preferred. Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills and computer skills that include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web-based software applications; have the ability to lift 50 lbs.; ability to maintain reliable transportation and to drive a state vehicle to conduct on-site visits to early childhood programs and perform other job duties; and hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Job Close Date 03/02/2025 Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by March 2, 2025. To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/182152 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-a8b61ca3e29d6c46b854b939893261f4