Early Learning Workforce Specialist - Bilingual - Child Care Resource and Referral

Our Mission

MWVCAA invests in people and their futures to reduce the impacts of poverty.

We envision a just future, where our communities are empowered to reach positive outcomes and everyone is respected for their infinite worth.

The Early Learning Workforce Specialist provides coaching, technical assistance, and professional learning support to early childhood educators participating in apprenticeships, quality improvement programs, Preschool Promise, and Career Advancement initiatives. This position bridges CCR&R's Apprenticeship Program, Quality Improvement Supports, and Preschool Promise to build a sustainable, equitable early learning workforce across Marion, Polk and Yamhill Counties. The Specialist partners with early learning programs, apprentices, and educators to support skill development, apprenticeship completion, and high‑quality early learning environments that align with state and federal standards.

This position will be located in McMinnville.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child & Family Studies, Social Work, or related field; or step 10 or higher on the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) and Master Trainer status or ability to achieve within one year.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Early Childhood education or related programs.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Driver qualifications required: valid driver license, insured vehicle, and satisfactory driving record for the previous three years.
• Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment.
• Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.
• Candidate must pass pre‑employment and random drug screenings.

• Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for children ages 0-5.
• Experience in instructional coaching, reflective supervision, and adult learning methodologies.
• Familiarity with equity‑centered, trauma‑informed, and inclusionary practices.
• Proficient in the use of computers and related information technologies (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, virtual training platforms, early childhood data systems).
• Interpersonal, organizational, and data‑tracking skills.
• Ability to travel throughout Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties and occasionally work evenings and weekends.
• English‑Spanish bilingual preferred. To qualify, staff must pass a bilingual exam demonstrating fluent speaking, reading, and writing in both languages.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.

• Provides coaching to Early Childhood apprentices and educators using evidence‑based frameworks.
• Creates coaching plans with clear teaching‑practice goals; conducts regular observations and provides strengths‑based feedback.
• Facilitates reflective practice and classroom application of skills; schedules and delivers on‑site and virtual coaching to support Every Child Belongs.
• Supports educators with Oregon Registry advancement, professional development planning, and credential attainment.

• Assesses and supports Early Learning programs in implementing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) strategies.
• Provides technical assistance on best business practices and program management, curriculum implementation, inclusionary practices, and family engagement.
• Uses data to inform quality improvement and technical assistance and reports on outcomes that strengthen Early Learning systems and workforce capacity.

• Coordinates, recruits, and facilitates participation in professional development groups such as Focused Child Care Networks, Communities of Practice, and cohorts among early learning educators and program directors.
• Designs and delivers professional learning opportunities in‑person, virtually, and asynchronously incorporating adult…