Family Child Care Program SpecialistAbout JPNDC Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation (JPNDC) is a grassroots community development corporation anchored in 47 years of community organizing and resident leadership. We seek to help transform the lives and amplify the voices of Boston residents who have been excluded from prosperity by an inequitable economic system. We build affordable housing that allows people to thrive, provide economic prosperity services that help people build on their strengths, and organize people to pursue the changes they desire. Based in Jamaica Plain, we envision an equitable and inclusive Boston in which all people have access to secure housing, economic prosperity for their families, safe and vibrant childcare, and neighborhoods with strong community relationships, political power, and opportunities to fulfill their potential. JPNDC's Family Child Care program (FCC) is a system of 80+ independent licensed early educators offering childcare in their homes to low-income children with public childcare subsidies. JPNDC supports educators in providing high-quality early education and care designed to prepare children for success in school and life. We also support families through an array of wraparound services and enrichment activities. What We Offer: JPNDC offers an extensive benefits package! Up to 90% of individual insurance premiums paid for health insurance, vision, and Altus dental insurance, 2 weeks of vacation plus one week at the end of the year, and 14 holidays recognized per year, employer-paid life & disability insurance, a vested 403b retirement plan, and much more! CEU credit or comparable training is offered to support professional development in areas of DEI, economic and workforce development, early childhood education, and affordable housing and real estate finance. Duties:
- Provide technical assistance to childcare educators on topics such as Dept. of Early Education & Care (DEEC) licensing requirements, professional development requirements, and quality programming standards in the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS).
- Work with educators to ensure that all children enrolled in the FCC program are assessed at age-appropriate intervals in accordance with DEEC regulations.
- Assist educators with age-appropriate curriculum activities and lesson plans.
- Assist educators with CDA and accreditation initial and renewal processes.
- Conduct home visits to educators.
- Recruit and enroll new educators into JPNDC & state programs.
- Maintain educators' files in compliance with DEEC and JPNDC policies and procedures.
- Identify and connect community resources with educators and families.
- Assist, coordinate, and participate in the delivery of educator meetings, trainings, and related events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Associate's Degree in Early Education
- Minimum 3 years of direct service experience in early education programming/administration
- Demonstrated knowledge of DEEC policies and regulations, Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS), and early education credentialing programs
- DEEC Lead Teacher certified
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Able to use own vehicle for work daily
Preferred:
- Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of direct service experience in early education
- Experience using early education software
- Demonstrated experience building strong relationships with a diverse group of people
- Must be a team player
- Excellent crisis management skills
- Highly organized, strong attention to detail, and solution-oriented
- Ability to work a flexible schedule consistent with program hours of operations/business needs
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Solid oral and written communication skills
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, Internet, and familiarity with database programs
Employment Terms/Compensation: This is a full-time, salaried position with a generous benefit package. Salary range is $58,000 - $63,000. Flexible schedule but must be available some evenings and occasional Saturdays on a scheduled basis.