DEPC Job Openings:
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 a human services related field.
Click here to download full job description: Family Services Specialist II
Send resumes to Kim Hickerson at khickerson@depc.org
Ready Schools Coordinator
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Coordinate and support the development and implementation of the Ready Schools Initiative with a specialized focus on strengthening school and community partnerships, family involvement, high quality early learning through building transition and engaging environments that focus on children being ready to learn, 365 days, inside and out of school. The Ready Schools Initiative supports both school systems and strives to align efforts with state policy initiatives.
ABILITIES NEEDED:
- Leadership skills
- Process management skills
- Coaching, training, and facilitation skills
- Creatively solve problems and manage multiple tasks
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in computer skills and budgeting skills
WORK EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:
- 3-5 years public school leadership experience or equivalent experience
- 3 years early childhood and/or public education experience
- Experience implementing parent participation activities
- Experience coaching and/or training adults
- Experience in School assessment, planning, facilitating meetings
- Meeting facilitation experience
- Valid Driver’s License
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ready Schools Process
- Guide Ready Schools process on an annual basis:
- Coaching and technical assistance to support schools with building and strengthening parent/community engagement, and learning environments year-round.
- Development and implementation of Ready Schools work plan and evaluation of outcomes.
- Attendance at school events, programs, etc. to help facilitate/support School-Community initiatives.
- Share Ready Schools best practices.
- Support inclusion of School Improvement Plan strategies in early literacy/transition activities.
- Ensure program/contract policies and procedures are completed and followed.
- Review and assess Ready Schools strategies and alignment with DEPC Strategic Plan.
- Work with Ready Communities and Healthy Kids Collaborative in planning and implementing strategies.
EDUCATION:
- A bachelor’s degree in education or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Click here to download full job description: Ready Schools Coordinator
Send resumes to Henrietta Zalkind at hzalkind@depc.org
Research and Development Director
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Management of Research and Development (R&D) component of DEPC (Down East Partnership for Children) including program research, development, and evaluation; strategic planning; community collaborative initiatives; and grants management. Functions as part of the Partnership management structure.
ABILITIES NEEDED:
- Excellent supervisory skills
- Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Works independently and as part of a team.
- Superior organizational skills
- Manages multiple tasks and complex processes
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- 5 or more years’ experience in program planning, implementation, and management
- 3 or more years supervisory experience
- 2 years’ experience working in a non-profit organization
- Extensive experience in data driven planning and decision making
- Grant writing experience
- Budgeting/finance experience, at least 2 to 3 years
- Excellent in computer skills
- Valid Driver’s License
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: R&D Management
- Manage R&D program components to ensure services are being provided and program goals are being accomplished within parameters established by DEPC Strategic Plan plus multiple funders.
- Supervise Ready Schools Coordinator, Ready Communities Coordinator, Healthy Kids Coordinator, Community Outreach Coordinator and Program Development Contractor
- Oversee hiring process and as needed, supervise evaluation, planning and/or program consultants.
- Manage R&D budgets, including Smart Start and related federal, state, and private grants.
- Coordinate R&D team meetings and R&D annual retreat.
EDUCATION:
- A master’s degree or equivalent in education, or related field, and 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
- Periodically required to stand; walk, stoop, kneel
- Occasionally required to lift to twenty-five 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 frequently work under time pressure
- The position requires the ability to communicate verbally with people
Click here to download full job description: Research and Development Director
Send resumes to Henrietta Zalkind at hzalkind@depc.org
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Nash Community College currently has the following openings:
Part-time Teacher, Child Development Center
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Lead Teacher, Child Development Center
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Additional information can be found online. Interested applicants must apply through the website.
Good Shepherd Day School of Rocky Mount, NC is seeking to hire a full-time PreK Lead Teacher. The position is Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. The pay between $12 – $13 an hour. Must have 2+ years of experience. An Associate Degree in Early Child Development and Education is required or equivalent. Must have current CBC Qualification Letter and Education Status Letter from DCDEE, Workforce Education Unit. Position will be opened until filled. Interested candidates please send resume to cthomas@goodshepherdrmt.org.
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.
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!