Professional Development Specialist
Quick answer
Child Start is hiring an in-office Professional Development Specialist (Wichita, KS) paying $19.00 per hour, 20 hours per week, to provide professional development and support to early childhood professionals.
- Role
- Professional Development Specialist
- Organization
- Child Start
- Location
- Wichita, KS
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $19.00 per hour, 20 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
Child Start is seeking a Professional Development Specialist to promote best practices in early childhood education and provide professional development opportunities to educators, child care providers, parents, and caregivers.
What you'll do
- Provide technical assistance and coaching to child care providers, educators, parents, and other caregivers
- Offer KDHE approved in-service and pre-service professional development opportunities
- Respond to and coordinate data collection requests
- Use Statewide Data System (Cape) to manage participant records
- Engage in regular communication with childcare providers and community partners
- Coordinate support, education, and information to community stakeholders
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in child development, early childhood education or a closely related field
- At least three years of experience working with young children, with at least one year in a child care setting
- Experience working with adults (training, coaching, mentoring)
- Knowledge of child care licensing regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical/Dental/Vision plans, company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan, 9 paid holidays each year
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Wichita, KS, and is an in-office position.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $19.00 per hour, 20 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in child development or a related field, at least three years of experience working with young children, and experience working with adults.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by February 28, 2024, and can be sent to [email protected]
What benefits are offered?
Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision plans, company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan, and 9 paid holidays each year.
How to apply
Apply directly on Child Start's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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