FCC Education Specialist

FCC Education Specialist# FCC Education SpecialistBrooklyn , NY 11221## OverviewSalary Range$46,000.00 - $48,000.00 SalaryPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionPOSITION: Education SpecialistREPORTS TO: Education DirectorCOMPANY: Lutheran Social Services of New YorkCLASSIFICATION: Full-TimeEXEMPT/NONEXEMPT: Salaried Non-ExemptGENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Educational Specialist provides coaching and other supports to family child care providers during monthly home visits and supports the implementation of an evidence-based curriculum within a mixed-age group setting that supports preschool children.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:* Supports the mission, vision and philosophy of Lutheran Social Services of NY (LSSNY). Complies willingly with all organizational policies and procedures.* Supports all functions that attain and maintain accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies.* Exhibits effective communication skills.SKILLS & ABILITIES:Provider Monitoring and Support:* Maintains a caseload of ~17 childcare providers* Conducts home visits at least twice monthly to:* Ensure providers are providing the environment and experiences that are appropriate for children* Monitor the completion of lesson plans, child observations, daily communication with parents* Observe children* Ensure providers are conducting monthly Pedestrian safety lessons* Assesses providers knowledge and competence during home visits, using TSG Coaching to Fidelity Checklists, CLASS observations and provide appropriate feedback and coaching* Assess providers annually and develop individual improvement plans to strengthen approachesMaintains a portfolio for all providers on caseload including training certificates, monthly samples of lesson plans and other documents that evidence providers professional development and progress.* Supervises providers assessment of children 3 times annually (Nov, Feb, May) using Teaching Strategies GOLD, and ensure data entry is accurate and timely; Enters data into TSG GOLD for review and analysis by Education Director. Reviews with providers to help develop appropriate activities for children* Facilitates parent/provider conferences 3x annually in provider homes* Helps facilitate provider trainingDisabilities Services* Reviews childrens IFSPS with providers and assists them in planning activities to help children achieve IFSP goals.* Monitors therapists visits to providers homes and submits time sheets to Disabilities Coordinator* Refers children with suspected delays to Disabilities CoordinatorOther Duties:* Assist with other job-related tasks, as assigned by Director* Participates in professional development, including those mandated by the program/funders/agency. Staff is encouraged to find and participate in other types of professional development, with the approval of supervisor.## QualificationsQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION:* Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler studies* At least 2 years of experience in an early childhood program preferred* Knowledge of Family Child Care preferred.* Must be willing to travel to various NYC boroughs* Bilingual Spanish preferredBasic competency in Microsoft Office for Windows application is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Luther SC Ser of Metro Ny, Inc