Senior Early Education Specialist

Job Summary

The Early Education Specialist provides coaching, training, and technical assistance to Family Child Care providers throughout Queens and other boroughs to support high-quality early learning environments and positive outcomes for children and families. This position manages a caseload of providers, conducts assessments, develops quality improvement plans, facilitates professional development opportunities, and connects providers with resources to strengthen their programs. The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder with strong knowledge of early childhood education, experience supporting educators, and fluency in both English and Spanish.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 15 Family Child Care providers.
• Conduct assessments using tools such as FCCERS-3 and CLASS.
• Develop and implement individualized coaching and quality improvement plans.
• Provide onsite coaching, technical assistance, and professional development support.
• Facilitate at least two workshops or trainings per month.
• Connect providers with resources, grants, and community supports.
• Maintain accurate case notes, documentation, and reporting.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and agency events.
• Travel throughout Queens to support childcare providers and program quality initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on organizational and departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Education, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
• Associates degree required.
• Full professional fluency in English and Spanish required, including speaking, reading, and writing.
• Must obtain the Aspire Credential within six (6) months of hire; candidates who already possess a valid Aspire Credential are strongly preferred.
• Must obtain the Trainer and Technical Assistance Professional (T-TAP) Credential within two (2) years of hire.
• Experience in early childhood education, coaching, training, technical assistance, or quality improvement initiatives preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, relationship-building, and case management skills required.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days in office and 3 days remote/field, based on organizational and departmental needs.
• Primary office location: 2054 Morris Avenue Bronx, NY 10453.
• Travel throughout Queens County and other boroughs required to provide coaching, training, and technical assistance to Family Child Care providers.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required to support trainings, meetings, and special events.

Salary Annually : $55,000.00

Benefits

CHCF offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (CHCF covers 80% of premiums)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee assistance and wellness benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

CHCF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.