Education Specialist at Chicanos Por La Causa – Lubbock, Texas

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments. Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent.

OBJECTIVE AND POSITION SUMMARY
The Education Specialist provides all education staff (mentor teacher, floater teacher, pre-school and infant toddler teachers, teacher assistants, home visitors, family child care specialists and family child care providers) with expert, research-based instruction, guidance, support and coaching. This support is needed in order for education staff to develop the required skill sets needed to support high-quality and intentional instruction held within all CPLC ECD program models and options. ECD Program models and options deliver developmentally appropriate care and education services to children birth to five years of age in year-round programming services. The Education Specialist focus is also to promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school success and life success as it relates to this position. Coaching will focus on target outcomes as measured by Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five, School Readiness Goals and our Birth to Five Teaching Strategies Gold Ongoing Monitoring System (TSG).

Education Specialist works as partner in an inter-disciplinary team to provide education, disability, health, and social service support to children and families receiving services through center-based, home-based and family childcare option. Follow all state and federal regulations in compliance with state and federal regulations, Head Start Program Performance Standard (issued 9/1/2016), Head Start Act (12/7/2007), AZ Department of Health Services Bureau of Child Care Licensing, Department of Economic Security Licensing, Office of Head Start Initiatives and CPLC ECD Content Area Plans and Procedures. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
Education /Background:

• A baccalaureate degree or advanced degree in early childhood education or a baccalaureate or advanced degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education with experience teaching preschool age children is required.

Other Requirements:

• Experience working with adult learners and English Language Learners preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, observation techniques and organizational skills are necessary.
• Use of computer, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web based systems are required.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish Preferred.

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Full-time employee’s benefits below and click the link to see more:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.