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JEFFERSON COUNTY CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Early Childhood Development Specialist

Pay: $44,000–$52,000/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Birmingham, AL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/16/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Director manages and directs programs for very young children. Supervises child care workers and pre-school teachers. Proposes policies, program fees and budgets for approval by a program board or administrative agency or implements policies of a national organization. Meets with parents and staff to discuss the development, learning and behavior of children in the program or center. Orders supplies and monitors maintenance and cleaning at a facility. Ensures that the program or center meets state and federal guidelines.

$46,374 / year median in Alabama

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Early Childhood Development Specialist Jefferson County Child Development Council, Inc. is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Development (ECD) Specialist. Under the direction of the Associate Director of Early Childhood Development , the Early Childhood Development Specialist (ECDS) will oversee Early Head Start and Head Start program activities in assigned service areas. Supervise, monitor, and evaluate FCC providers as assigned. Support family childcare providers, center-based teachers, and ensure the provision of quality services at each family childcare home, childcare center and provide educational resources for FCC Providers, staff, and parents.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a qualified related field. At least five years 'of experience working with children ages birth to five. In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, early childhood curricula and assessment tools, and early childhood certification and credentialing. Computer expertise including Microsoft Office Suites, Child Plus, and data storage/usage. Strong organizational skills, and the ability to monitor and prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines. The ability to review, aggregate, and analyze data to prepare outcome reports is a must.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$44,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person