Care Connections Resource and Referral QIS Support Coordinator Job Coos Bay area,Oregon USA,Education / Teaching

CARE Connections Resource and Referral QIS Support Coordinator

To work with the CARE Connections CCR&R program to establish supportive relationships with Early Educators as a principal provider of technical assistance, quality support, and training. To facilitate a focused child care network, a cohort of no more than fifteen (15) childcare practitioners who meet frequently and regularly, in small or large groups, to discuss best practices as defined and as directed by Department of Early Learning and Care;

access and share resources; receive training; and encourage progress as they work toward increasing the quality of their Early Learning Programs. To support regional growth of Spark Quality Rating Improvement System and other quality initiatives of the Department of Early Learning and Care. To work with all local and state contacts in a personal and professional manner to meet all contractual program requirements.

To demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to get along with a diverse group of people. To demonstrate commitment to continued professional development. Evening and weekends required as scheduled. Travel in and out of district required.

Focused Child Care Network Support (50% of time)

Help recruit for and develop a Focused Child Care Network and co-create and support Early Learning Program and individual Early Educator TA and CQI plans with mutually agreed upon goals.

Provide monthly network meetings and one-on-ones to support network participants in meeting their goals individual goals.

Ensure that each month, at least one training will be offered based upon the goals of the Participants in the FCCN, and with intentional implementation follow up. Utilize Essential Fellowship training and tools, as appropriate, and provide support for sustaining Essential Fellowship practices.

Attend DELC Communities of Practice and other professional supports as required.

Child Care Resource Program Support (25% of time)

Develop and maintain professional relationships with all partners of the CCR&R system.

Consistently use excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility in working with Early Childhood Educators, including child care providers and certified center staff, children, parents, college students, partners, and SWOCC staff to promote positive relationships.

Meet regularly and coordinate with other staff members to ensure program continuity.

Document all calls, referrals, and follow ups as required by contract.

Complete appropriate data entry, forms, and reports that may include quarterly reports, attendance reports, accident/incident reports, and/or suspected child abuse reports.

Maintain and promote ethical responsibility by following the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.

Ensure that local data is current by completing provider updates.

Produce newsletters and training calendars as required.

Attend staff meetings and liaison meetings with the Early Learning Division.

Provide resource and referral information to those seeking information on Child Care and/or becoming a child care provider.

Actively participate in staff professional development.

Training Support (15% of Time)

Participate in Training of the Trainer as available to develop and maintain skills for offering quality standardized training to Early Educators. Maintain current credentials in training curricula.

Utilize the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) system as the main calendar and tracking tool for trainings and professional development opportunities.

Schedule and/or provide trainings required to assist Early Educators to move forward on their Oregon Registry professional goals.

Assist in planning the annual Retreat by the Lake conference for Early Educators.

Provide community training at annual conference and other opportunities throughout the year as requested.

Spark System Support (10% of Time)

Stay up to date on changes in Spark, attend meetings and communities of practice through DELC, and serve as Spark expert for Care Connections team.

Educate early educators about Spark, Oregon's Quality Rating Improvement System, and assist them in development and tracking of professional goals and objectives, selection of courses and/or trainings to meet goals, creating a professional development plan, and assisting in the assembly of documents for professional portfolios for reaching a Spark Rating.

Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS This position requires meeting one (1) of the following conditions for

Education requirements:

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education.

Bachelor's degree in a related field and coursework in early childhood education.

A step 10 or higher on the Oregon registry.

This position requires meeting BOTH of the following conditions for Experience requirements:

At least two (2) years of experience in an early childhood or youth development program with specific experience working with the age group or focus area of the position.

Experience supporting…