Early Childhood Quality Assessment Specialist

Description

Grade: 7
Non-Exempt

The Early Education Assessment Specialist is responsible for supporting quality improvement in early childhood education programs by conducting observations, assessments, and mentoring. This position utilizes standardized, evidence-based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments. The specialist provides data-driven feedback to enhance professional practice, support continuous education, and inform program development. This role serves as a community resource to advocate for the importance of quality child care and its impact on children, families, workforce development, and the broader economy.

Security Clearance: Level 4 V, A, C, R

• Conduct reliable classroom assessments using standardized, evidence-based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments
• Maintains fidelity and inter-rater reliability for assessment tools through regular calibration and training.
• Prepares detailed written reports and data summaries related to site visits and assessments, submitting them promptly and accurately
• Utilizes substantial data analysis to develop and customize individualized program plans aimed at improvement or change
• Conducts on-site visits to center-based and home-based child care programs to promote best practices and developmentally appropriate environments.
• Coordinates mentoring activities to align with OCFS regulations, assessments, CDA competencies, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Uses reflective practice with child care providers to improve program quality and child outcomes.
• Provides individualized feedback and facilitates informal learning for providers.
• Supports implementation of the Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program and assists with advisement and certification processes.
• Participate in team reflection and collaboration to enhance practices and service delivery.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education trends, regulations, and best practices
• Must be highly organized, detailed oriented and able to multi task
• Upholds professional boundaries, confidentiality, and the agency code of ethics.
• Maintains accurate documentation and supports the maintenance of the Standards of Excellence and Google Docs records.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with community partners and early childhood programs
• Supports additional programs such as the Summer Food Program.
• Promotes agency mission.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics.
• Maintains consistent professional customer service.
• Job performance incorporates an integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency.
• Other duties as designated by supervisor

• A. Internal: COI Management, Early Care and Education Staff, Child Care Council Team
• B. External:
  Child care providers, Center Directors, Higher Education Professionals, Regional Infant/Toddler Networks, Community Coalitions

A. Number of staff supervised: 0

• Track and document outcomes and program effectiveness
• Participate in designated meetings and organizational committees
• Adheres to all policies and procedures
• Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes
• Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate
• Participate in organizational and divisional management systems

• Has a Child Development Credential (CDA) or comparable early childhood certification with a minimum of 12 college credits in Early Childhood or Child Development
• Associate’s degree preferred in early childhood education or child development preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years’ professional experience working with children
• Knowledge of standardized and evidence-based assessment tools.
• Ability to achieve inter-rater reliability in assessment tools within 18 months
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Docs
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

• Ability to lift up to and including 10-25 pounds of physical effort

• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Must maintain a calm and professional demeanor under pressure
• Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times
• Valid Driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle
• Ability to travel throughout the county
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required
• Works compassionately with a diverse population
• Experience navigating community programs