Early Childhood Education Specialist

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled. ECE Specialist This position is eligible for a $500.00 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment. OUR PURPOSE Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St.

Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement. Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths, as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. PURPOSE OF POSITION: An ECE Specialist at Catholic Charities: Assures program compliance with the Child Care Licensing regulations, as well as Head Start Performance Standards. Supports the implementation of a quality early care and education program.

Follows budget as set by manager. Provides input into process. Maintains accurate and timely program statistical data to meet reporting requirements. Enters data and generates reports. Assists in the hiring and training of teaching staff. Observes, monitors, evaluates, and provides feedback and consultation for each classroom teacher and teaching team. Provides classroom staff with role models (mentors) or training as needed to demonstrate specific curriculum development, facilitate communication and identify the strengths and challenges of the classroom environment.

Monitors education staff and assists in curriculum & individual planning sessions as needed. Assesses problems and involves children, parents, staff and volunteers in developing and presenting solutions. Partners with the Center Directors to prepare and deliver annual performance evaluations of teaching staff. Completes Professional Development Plans for all teaching staff 3 times per year and provides input to the Center Directors for the Professional Development Goals included on annual performance evaluations.

Oversees the education staff involvement in working with the disabilities team in the identification, staffing and service delivery for children with special needs. Assists as necessary with Qualistar and other collaborating programs. Oversees and monitors the developmental screening of enrolled children which includes training of staff. Represents Head Start and Catholic Charities in the community to enhance collaboration with other agencies providing family services, educational opportunities, and other beneficial resources.

Monitors the ordering of classroom supplies and equipment other than consumable materials. Attends meetings and training to stay current with mentoring methods and practices, classroom and teaching methods, and for communication and planning purposes.