Training Specialist II
Listed on 2026-09-09
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Child Development/Support
Training Specialist II (0180) in 59 - PRENTISS COUNTY, MS
State of Mississippi
$47,425.15 - $52,167.67 Annually
Location
59 - PRENTISS COUNTY, MS
Full-Time
Job Number
Ps
0664 - DHS-CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Opening Date
09/03/2026
9/10/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Agency Minimum Salary
$47,425.15
$52,167.67
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Early Childhood Care & Development and will be located in PRENTISS.
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This is a time limited position. This individual will work on Elevate: A Quality Support System team within the Mississippi Department of Human Services, Division of Early Childhood Care and Development. The role focuses on delivering individualized coaching, high-quality training, and meaningful professional development for early educators, program leaders, and families across the state. Grounded in best practices and positive teacher–child interactions, with CLASS as a key tool for observation and coaching, the Training Specialist/Coach supports the improvement of teacher–child interactions, promotes positive and engaging learning environments, and helps early learning programs meet DECCD and Elevate quality standards.
This position is primarily field-based, requiring travel within assigned regions, and includes occasional evening and weekend work for trainings and events.
What you'll need to be Successful
Success in this role requires the ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with educators, leaders, and families while maintaining a reflective, data-informed coaching approach. The Training Specialist/Coach must be highly organized, adaptable, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in a field-based setting. Strong verbal and written communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to facilitate engaging and effective professional learning experiences are essential.
A passion for continuous quality improvement, a collaborative team spirit, and a commitment to equity and inclusion will set top performers apart.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
Agency
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child Development, or a closely related field or have a CLASS certification in Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K levels with experience in both scoring and coaching. In addition, at least two years of experience in early childhood programs, combined with one or more years in coaching, mentoring, or training roles, is strongly preferred.
Candidates should demonstrate advanced knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practice, and quality indicators, as well as experience in trauma-informed care, culturally responsive practice, and adult learning theory.
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Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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