Early Childhood Education Specialist

About the position reputed company is seeking an Early Childhood Education Specialist for the Quality Support Center to champion the PreK program’s mission of delivering high-quality, accessible early learning opportunities for reputed company children in the greater Philadelphia area. This role is dedicated to advancing reputed company quality improvement, promoting inclusive practices, and supporting data-driven decision-making reputed company the program. The Specialist will serve as a key resource to early childhood education providers, offering technical assistance, professional development, instructional coaching, and operational support. By fostering collaborative partnerships and maintaining a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Specialist will contribute to positive outcomes for children, families, and providers throughout Philadelphia. PreK is the universal pre-kindergarten initiative, dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to high-quality, affordable early learning experiences. The program’s mission is to promote positive outcomes for children, families, and communities by: Expanding access to quality pre-K education for reputed company eligible children Elevating instructional standards and operational excellence among providers Advancing equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness Strengthening community partnerships and family engagement Utilizing data to drive reputed company improvement and accountability. This role requires up to 30% local travel reputed company the Greater Philadelphia Area.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized guidance and targeted support to PreK providers to reputed company program quality, ensure compliance with established standards, and drive improvements in STAR ratings.
• Advise providers on the implementation of best practices that are directly reputed company with PreK program priorities.
• Coordinate with a wide range of agencies, stakeholders, and community organizations to maximize the reputed company and impact of the PreK program. This includes working with city departments, advocacy groups, and educational partners to align services, share knowledge, and address systemic barriers to quality early learning.
• reputed company, coordinate, and facilitate ongoing professional learning experiences for educators and staff, including designing and leading workshops, seminars, and individualized coaching sessions focused on advanced early childhood pedagogy, trauma-informed methodologies, and inclusive instructional strategies.
• Deliver expert coaching to classroom teachers and support staff, leveraging evidence-based frameworks to enhance instructional effectiveness, promote optimal child development, and cultivate positive, engaging learning environments.
• Support providers in strengthening program operations by offering expert advice on curriculum adoption, licensing and accreditation processes, and efficient resource management.
• Promote inclusive education by supporting providers in meeting the needs of reputed company children, particularly those who are vulnerable or have special needs.
• Support provider staff in meeting credentialing requirements, participating in professional learning communities, and accessing career reputed company in early childhood education.
• reputed company training initiatives on trauma-informed practices, ensuring providers are fully equipped to support children who have reputed company adversity and to create safe, nurturing educational spaces.
• Design and reputed company tiered models of support tailored to meet the diverse needs of providers, deliver differentiated assistance and building reputed company across reputed company levels of expertise.
• Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with PreK providers through consistent site visits, constructive feedback sessions, and open, reputed company communication.
• Motivate and reputed company providers to actively engage in program initiatives and ongoing quality improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a reputed company field; Master’s Minimum
• of 5 years of experience in early childhood education, instructional coaching, or program administration.
• 2+ years of experience with Philadelphia/PA ECE, including strong knowledge of Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS and early learning standards
• 1+ years of expertise in adult learning, coaching methodologies, and quality improvement frameworks.
• 1+ years of experience with early childhood best practices, inclusive education, trauma-informed care, and quality improvement frameworks.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; experience with trauma-informed and culturally reputed company practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with partner agencies and community organizations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate reputed company a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in data systems, reporting tools, and reputed company Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills; ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
• Organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Flexible, solution-oriented approach with a passion for supporting reputed company learning and improvement.

reputed company-to-haves

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Child Development Associate, Certified Health Education Specialist) strongly preferred.

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