Quality Coach (Lowcountry Region)

Quality Coach (Lowcountry Region)

Department: CED Child Development Research Center Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary This Quality Coach position is field-based in Charleston County, serving center, school-age, and family child care programs in the Lowcountry Region. It is a 12-month, full-time research grant position with benefits as part of South Carolina Child Care Resource & Referral (SC CCR &R) hosted at the USC College of Education Child Development Research Center. This position is part of the SC CCR &R team, which includes statewide Instructors/Training Coordinators (Quality Coaches) who provide technical assistance and professional development to early childhood programs and collaborate with partner agencies to coordinate services. This position requires reliable transportation and the ability to travel to conduct on-site visits to early childhood programs and perform other job duties. This position also requires delivery of services outside of typical business hours (evenings, weekends). For this position, the selected applicant must obtain two approvals, both from SC Endeavors, within 12 months of employment: (1) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Trainer Credential in all areas of child development (2) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Technical Assistance Provider.

Required Education and Experience Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, or a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or a degree in an education-related field with a minimum of 18 credit hours documented on the transcript of core coursework in Early Childhood Education. • Experience as an employee/owner of an early childhood setting (center-based, family-based) serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. • Experience conducting adult/family education trainings and providing technical assistance to implement program quality standards in an early childhood education setting. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Knowledge of or demonstrated experience in the provision of technical assistance and training to child care providers in topics that include business start-up and planning, acquiring licensing status, maintaining quality services, and resolving corrective action plans. • Knowledge of SC Child Care licensing requirements and ABC standards, and awareness of community services for children. • Knowledge and experience in using tools to develop online training/courses/tutorials. • Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills and computer skills that include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web-based software applications; have the ability to lift 50 lbs.; • Ability to maintain reliable transportation to conduct on-site visits to early childhood programs and perform other job duties; • Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.