Job description

• The Infant Toddler Child Care Specialist (ITCCS) works with childcare providers to plan and implement quality improvement within their childcare program, with a specialty in infants, toddlers and two-year-olds. The ITCCS works as part of the Child Care Resource and Referral Team to improve the quality of care in programs throughout our service area by providing on-site consultation and technical assistance, by collaborating with providers via phone, email, virtually and in-person, and by providing trainings to assist providers in their personal growth as care givers and educators.

Summary of Job Duties:

• Provide consultation, technical assistance and training to providers who have achieved an ExceleRate Illinois Quality Recognition & Improvement System (QRIS) Circle of Quality and those interested in learning more about QRIS.
• Offer resources and information to childcare providers in person, via phone &/or email.
• Assist in facilitating cohorts by providing training, technical assistance, reflective practice, and consultation.
• Work in partnership with providers and other specialists to jointly assess and identify a program’s needs and concerns within the six (6) county service area: McHenry, DeKalb, Lee, Ogle, Whiteside and Carroll.
• Maintain documentation of the contract-related activities through a specified data recording system.
• Upon hire, the Specialist receives detailed training on specific classroom and program assessment tools, in which a score threshold is required. ITCCS will use this knowledge in assisting childcare providers with self-assessment and developing continuous quality improvement plans.
• Complete a minimum of 15 professional development training hours and other trainings as required for the position.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field OR a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following related fields: child psychology/behavioral sciences, family consumer science, social work, elementary education, child welfare, family services, psychology, sociology, human development AND a minimum of 18 hours in early childhood coursework;
• 5 years of experience working in a licensed child care program with 2 of those years working directly with infants and toddlers.
• Knowledge of infant toddler development, and quality child care indicators. (ITERS knowledge is not required, although nice to have.)
• Candidate must hold the Gateways to Opportunity ECE Level 5 and ITC Level 4 credentials OR have the ability to complete within 18 months of employment:

*NOTE: if applicant does not currently hold these Gateways Credentials, they should apply to the INCCRRA Credential Department immediately so it can be determined how close they are to meeting the requirements.

• Other attributes include strong communication and organizational skills, ability to adapt to a variety of situations, multitask, and possess a compassionate and empathic nature.

Working Conditions:

• Must possess a current Illinois Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Travel to and participate in meetings, committees, statewide training activities and professional development opportunities appropriate to the role.
• Frequent travel to child care programs for on-site visits throughout our six (6) county service area.
• This is a field base position.
• Occasional evening and weekend work and overnight travel to professional conferences required.

Send resume, cover letter and transcript to:

• Kim Lamz, Child Care Resource and Referral Director
• 4-C: Community Coordinated Child Care
• 667 Ridgeview Dr, McHenry, IL 60050

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 metrics are reviewed weekly and precautions are taken based upon the community level. Vaccination disclosure is required at time of hire.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Infant and Toddler Care: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in DeKalb, IL 60115

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