Child Development Manager

Overview

Child Development Manager

We are seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the position of Child Development Manager – Early Head Start. This is a full-time position.

EWU Head Start Child Development Managers work collaboratively with regional EHS home visitors and managers to ensure the delivery of high quality and comprehensive health and development services to approximately 36 – 48 pregnant women, infants and toddlers who live in Ferry, Stevens and Pend Oreille counties of Northeast Washington.

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, EWU is recognized for its distinctive hands-on learning approach that leads to in-demand careers. EWU’s main campus is in Cheney, with additional programs in Spokane and Riverpoint, and programs at select locations throughout the state.

EWU offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership.

EWU has been recognized for its commitment to undergraduate success by Colleges of Distinction and Money Magazine, and EWU acknowledges Tribal Land and Native American heritage as part of its community.

• Assure the delivery of high-quality health and developmental services to approximately 36-48 pregnant women, infants, and toddlers that meet federal compliance and program expectations through support, training, and practice-based coaching to Parent Child Educators and/or Lead Parent Child Educators.
• Analyze developmental screening and assessment data and guide the use of the data by Parent Child Educators (PCEs). Direct PCEs on when to refer for further evaluation or services. Refer PCEs to contractors for additional resources and expertise as needed. Assist the program in compiling aggregate school readiness data for quality improvement.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement strategic approaches to addressing complex needs of individual children and their families and support recruitment and outreach across the program.
• All work must be completed in compliance with federal, state, local and university statutes, regulations, policies and practices to assure consistent, high-quality services for pregnant women, infants and toddlers.
• Complete responsibilities in compliance with state and federal regulations, program policies and procedures, and the organization’s values.

This job provides the opportunity to work in a mission-driven role with salary plus benefits (medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and holidays). EWU offers comprehensive benefits including tuition waivers for employees and eligible family members, and other fringe benefits. Salary information: $60,301 (minimum) up to $64,798, with starting pay depending on qualifications, education, experience and skills. Benefits information is available on the EWU benefits page.

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include Early Childhood Education, Health, Development, or related field
• Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in early childhood education
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor others
• Proven track record of teamwork and ability to give and receive job-related feedback
• Demonstrated ability to use a trauma-informed approach with staff and families
• Ability to pass all required checks including health exams, ongoing health screenings, and background checks
• Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that supports universal access for students, faculty, staff and the public

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Team-building and leadership skills
• Proficient with technology including MS applications (Outlook, Word, SharePoint)

Note: The above job description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities; specific tasks may vary by…