Early Childhood Education - Forensic Investigator

Job Description

Job Description

You have a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and 8+ years of Director/Administrator experience in a public, corporate, or private early childhood care facility. You possess a deep understanding of supervision practices and policies in childcare centers.

You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

As an Early Childhood Education Forensic Expert , you will:

• Investigate early childhood facility and/or home-based program injuries, incidents, and abuse.
• Analyze site procedures, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony .

You will delve into the "why" behind incidents, critically assessing decision-making, operational procedures, and the standard of care. This role offers you a chance to:

• Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills .
• Collaborate with highly respected experts .
• Continuously learn and grow.
• Make a tangible difference.

Locations: Las Vegas, NV & Dallas/Fort Worth/Irving, TX (hybrid)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Membership : Member of an organization with an early childhood focus (ex. NAEYC or NAFCC).
• Experience : 8+ years of day-to-day Director/Supervisory experience in a facility for early childhood care; teaching experience with early childhood (including infant-toddler) populations; experience investigating incidents related to child injury and staff misconduct (including suspected physical/sexual assaults or child abuse). Experience with private, faith-based, in-home childcare, summer camp, school-age care, elementary and/or special education populations is a plus.
• Training : Current & relevant training/certifications in early childhood care and education.
• Knowledge : In-depth knowledge of childcare licensing regulations, best practices, and current trends.
• Skills : Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Work Style : Roughly 20% travel for training & site inspections; the remainder is focused on analysis and report drafting, working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep early childhood education knowledge to a challenging new domain .

You must have a clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive.

ABOUT US:

Robson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, education, and a broad range of specialty disciplines.

Employees at Robson Forensic work alongside highly respected experts from both industry and academia. Our forensic experts are engaged in meaningful casework that is consequential to industry and society. Robson Forensic provides a unique working dynamic that blends collaboration and autonomy.

HOW TO APPLY:

If this opportunity meets your requirements for a challenging and rewarding career, and you meet our minimum requirements, please apply and attach your resume outlining your professional background and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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