Employment

DEPC Job Openings:

Regional CCR&R Family Child Care Consultant

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

 This position will work with the CCR&R Statewide Family Child Care Project Manager and the CCR&R Family Child Care (FCC) Statewide Support Team to build and sustain a localized system of technical assistance and professional development that supports FCC educators, where connections and collaborations with peer mentors and other professional agencies and organizations supporting FCC is valued and embedded in a diverse, equitable and inclusive service delivery model driven by identified FCC needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and support work in the region with FCC operators
• Intentionally provide collaboration and networking opportunities where FCC operators can share and provide feedback on the service delivery model.
• Provide FCC operators with Professional Development and Technical Assistance in multiple modalities.
• Connect and collaborate with other CCR&R staff as well as peer mentors to create a multi-level relationship based, culturally and linguistically responsive support
• Ensure equitable access to technical assistance and professional development opportunities that support FCC individual needs in their regions.
• Provide a flexible schedule to accommodate TA & PD needs of FCC operators outside of their business day.
• Work with Project Manager and Anchors to identify potential peer mentors and collaborate with them for individualized FCC support for operators (paired meetings, TA, )
• Identify, support, and prioritize TA for FCC Start–Up
• Collaborate with lead agency management and the FCC Project management team to develop a regional team (Regional FCC Consultant, lead or local CCR&R staff, and peer mentors)
• Schedule and conduct quarterly regional team
• Schedule check in meetings with FCC mentors or participate in Peer Mentor professional learning communities if scheduled by Project Manager or Management Team Anchors
• Schedule and conduct quarterly collaboration and networking opportunities with local FCC operators in their service
• Share with Project Manager, Management Team Anchors and Agency Supervisor regional team feedback, successes, concerns, local trends, etc.
• Support research, study, or survey opportunities through the project or other NC collaborative partners as identified by the Project Manager
• Support TA and PD skill building opportunities for themselves and regional team members, as identified
• Document work activities and submit required reports and data to Agency Supervisor, Project Manager and Management Team Anchors
• Provide feedback from regional activities to inform continued work to support FCC
• Attend statewide FCC team meetings, trainings, events as required by Project Manager in coordination with Agency Supervisor
• Attend agency meetings, trainings, events as required by Agency Supervisor in collaboration with Project Manager
• Support both the Agency and the Statewide FCC Project as identified in the Scope of Work
• Other duties as assigned to fulfill contractual

TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Attend all CCR&R staff meetings, DEPC staff meetings and retreats which may include an out-of-town
• Provides support to the Lending Library, as
• Represents the Down East Partnership for Children and CCR&R accurately and professionally in the
• Travels as needed to attend and to assist in providing training, presentations, etc.
• Identifies organizations with which to coordinate and share resources and develops working relationships with
• Advocates for quality child care and other support services for families and children
• Assists with all child care provider recruitment
• Involved with Community Outreach/Business Outreach
• Involved in national, local agencies, organizations or civic groups promoting DEPC.
• Trained in Playground Safety Practices
• Other duties as may be assigned by the CCR&R Provider Services Program Manager, DEPC Executive Director and/ or Program Director

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field and minimum of two years’ experience in early childhood education with NCICDP Level 11 Certification
• Have or will obtain (within 18 months of being hired) a Technical Assistance/ Professional Development Endorsement through the NC Institute for Child Development Professionals
• Proficient in current NC Child Care Licensure Rules &
• Completed training and demonstrated competence with Family Child Care Home Environmental Rating Scales preferred.
• Experience in leading/supporting collaborative teams is
• Previous experience as a Family Child Care educator or experience in supporting Family Child Care educators
• Computer skills and knowledge or adaptability to learn and master multiple software

SPECIAL WORKING REQUIREMENTS:

• An automobile at their disposal; a valid, non-suspended NC driver’s license and a current automobile liability policy with continuous coverage (reasonable accommodations may be made at agency’s discretion)
• Must be able to manipulate and operate office supplies and equipment. Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
• Extensive travel throughout the region and some state-wide travel
• No substantiation or criminal conviction of child abuse or neglect
• Requires the need for flexible schedules, including occasional evening and weekend work
• Must be able to share resources with co-workers at various locations
• May work in shared space or at home.

Click here to download full job description: Regional CCR&R Family Child Care Consultant

Send resumes to Kim Hickerson at khickerson@depc.org

Family Services Specialist II

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To provide parent counseling and supportive services through Down East Partnership for Children’s Family First System. Primary duties will foster a collaborative system of diverse support to families by delivering parent education workshops/support groups, training, and outreach to improve services for families with children in Nash and Edgecombe counties. Facilitates and supports Triple P programming.

ABILITIES NEEDED:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Strong Customer Service Skills
• Excellent Data Entry Skills
• Presentation skills
• Thorough understanding of child development
• Proficiency in active listening
• Ability to work collaboratively with caregivers and other agencies in order to build strong working relationships.
• Strong respect for all children and their families and a sincere desire to interact positively with them.
• Work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Budget and process management skills

 WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2 years’ experience in Child and Family Development or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Thorough knowledge of concepts, practices, and techniques in the field of child development
• Understanding of child/family development, family systems theory and practices and family support principles and practices
• Knowledge regarding childcare options and childcare issues
• Proficient in computer skills 
• Teaching or Facilitation experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification

EDUCATION:

• A minimum bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, psychology; or equivalent education and/or experience or combination of experience and an associate degree in child development

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing this job the employee is:
  • Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear.
  • Periodically required to stand; walk, stoop, kneel.
  • Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to operate the computer.
• The position also requires the ability to periodically work under time pressure.

Click here to download full job description: Family Services Specialist II

Send resumes to Kim Hickerson at khickerson@depc.org

Family Services Coordinator I

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To provide and coordinate CCR&R Consumer Education and Referral Core Services, including parent referral counseling, parent training, community education, and business outreach within Nash and Edgecombe Counties. To coordinate and provide consumer education and referral services and outreach in the region. To provide and coordinate Triple P Training and Services in Nash and Edgecombe counties.

ABILITIES NEEDED:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Manage multiple processes and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently, as a team and across teams.
• Skilled at professional network building and community organization
• Ability to serve as an integral, positive part of a larger team/organization
• Excellent Customer Service Skills and ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent data entry skills
• Process management, problem solving and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a positive work ethic and enthusiasm for working with families.
• Experience with group facilitation and presentation Skills
• Strong understanding of child development, positive parenting practices and Early Childhood Education system components
• Excellent Computer skills including virtual platforms, data entry and Excel.
• Initiative to plan and execute tasks and programs with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to present a professional positive attitude and composure in day-to-day stress and in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to establish rapport and effectively communicate with individuals of varying ages, educational levels, ethnic backgrounds and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish) preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2-3 years’ experience in early childhood program services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Thorough knowledge of concepts, practices, and techniques in the field of child development
• Knowledge regarding typical child and family development, and childcare issues
• Teaching or Facilitation experience
• Valid Driver’s License

EDUCATION:

• A minimum bachelor’s degree in or early childhood education, psychology; or equivalent education and/or experience or combination of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing this job the employee is:
  • Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear.
  • Periodically required to stand; walk, stoop, kneel.

Click here to download full job description: Family Services Coordinator I

Send resumes to Kim Hickerson at khickerson@depc.org

Partner Courtesy Posts

Nash Community College currently has the following openings:

Peacemakers of Rocky Mount is hiring 3 tutors for their After School Program for next semester. Interested candidates should send their resume and the attached application to imani@rockymountpeacemakers.org Hours are Monday – Thursday from 3 – 6 PM, starting on Monday, January 3 at $12/hour.  Hiring will take place from now until next Thursday, December 16.  For more information see the flyer link below.

Tutoring Flyer

Tutor Application

Joyland Preschool is seeking someone who can serve as a Floater! Must be flexible to work where needed. The job includes cooking, working in the Preschool Classroom as a Preschool Teacher, and assisting the Director as needed. To qualify for the position. The teacher must have an Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education. Must be loving and nurturing to children! Create weekly lesson plans using Creative Curriculum and Foundation, General upkeep of classroom and kitchen. A current letter from the Division of Child Development and Early Education is required to serve in the classroom. Submit your resume and a copy of your degree to our Facebook page. The documents can be emailed to joylandpreschoolinc@gmail.com, mailed to 3951 Red Road Nashville NC 27856, or feel free to drop it off at the preschool. No phone calls, please!