SOESD - Child Care Resources Network Quality Improvement Specialist,Preschool Promise Job Medford area,Oregon USA,Education / Teaching

CCRN Quality Improvement Specialist

Position Goal:
Serve as Quality Improvement Specialist (QIS or coach) to child care providers with the purpose of improving provider knowledge and ability to deliver quality care and education programs. A coach’s role may include working with individuals or groups to offer technical assistance, training, and resources. Coaches may conduct pre-post assessments of child care environments, teacher-child interactions, or other quality indicators.

The coach may work with providers to develop a Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) to strengthen areas identified in the assessment and to support providers in implementing their QIPs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Complete all required training from Western Oregon University to qualify as a QIS.

Deliver coaching to child care providers to improve knowledge and delivery of quality care and education programs, including appropriate environments, activities, and teacher-child interaction.

Provide coaching using strategies proven effective for adult learners.

Locate and deliver resources and present individual or group training, if appropriate, ensuring information is accurate, research‑based, and relevant.

Work with providers to develop a QIP and support implementation.

Submit all required paperwork accurately and completely.

Represent Child Care Resource Network and raise awareness of quality indicators, early childhood importance, and school readiness.

Comply with ESD rules and policies.

Perform physical requirements unaided or with reasonable accommodation.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Prerequisites

Valid Oregon Driver’s License.

English proficiency.

Solid working knowledge of child‑care–related programs, community resources, child abuse reporting, regulations, and licensing.

Excellent self‑management skills, initiative, ability to work independently within guidelines, and with diverse partners.

Proficiency with computer programs and the internet.

Knowledge of community resources within the service delivery area.

Positive, flexible attitude.

Effective communication, teamwork, and professionalism.

Pass a background check and maintain enrollment in the Child Care Division Criminal History registry.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in early childhood or related field.

Experience providing early childhood training.

Mentoring and coaching experience.

Bilingual language skills.

The equivalent combination of experience, training, certification, education, or degree that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be used as an alternative to prerequisites.

Location

In person at: 918 Chevy Way, Medford, OR 97504

Length of Position

1.0 FTE / 258 days (Full‑year annual position)

Pay

Southern Oregon ESD Classified Hourly Compensation

Schedule:

$19.96/hr to $23.90/hr for the 2025‑2026 school year.

Immediate Supervisor

Program Administrator

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance (family coverage) up to $2114.00 per month.
Employer‑paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) including an additional 6% individual investment account.
10 paid holidays and additional paid days off.
Generous sick, vacation, and discretionary leave packet.

Physical Requirements

Stand/Walk: 4‑6 hrs/day
Run:
Occasionally
Sit/Sit on floor: 1‑4 hrs/day
Drive: 1‑4 hrs/day
Bending:
Frequently
Squat:
Frequently
Climb Stairs:
Occasionally
Single Grasping:
Frequently
Pushing:
Occasionally
Pulling:
Occasionally
Fine Manipulation:
Frequently
Repetitive Foot Controls:
Not At All
Lifting (< 25 lbs):
Frequently
Lifting (25‑50 lbs):
Frequently
Lifting (50‑75 lbs):
Occasionally
Lifting (75‑100 lbs):
Limited
Shift position quickly:
Occasionally
Strength/endurance:
Occasionally

Note:

This is not an exhaustive or all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Equal Opportunity

SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws, including ORS Ch. 659, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.

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SOESD - Child Care Resources Network Quality Improvement Specialist, Preschool Promise