Quality Improvement Specialist

Job Title:

Quality Improvement Specialist 

Company Background:

Community Action is a non-profit organization that provides critical services to low-income families in the areas of housing, homeless services, economic empowerment, family development, and early childhood care and education. Community Action leads the way to eliminate conditions of poverty and create opportunities for people in the Washington County area. Be the change you want!

Job Position Description:

We are seeking two dedicated Quality Improvement Specialists to join our team in Washington County. In this role, you'll be a mentor to early educators in family and center-based child care settings, school districts, and other early education programs to meet licensing requirements, promote inclusive practices and environments, and increase the quality and availability of early care and education for children and their families in Washington County.

Abbreviated Duties List:

• Support educators in meeting licensing requirements and Spark standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide one-on-one consultation, technical assistance, professional development, and coaching to early learning professionals and administrators to support the use of inclusive practices and Pyramid Model implementation.  
• Develop and deliver high-quality trainings (aligned with the Oregon Registry) and conduct entry-point trainings like IRFCC Part 2.
• Help small business child care owners strengthen their operations through technology, shared services, and grant applications.
• Apply the Oregon Equity Lens and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct to all community interactions and program supports.
• Maintain accurate records in partner databases (ORO, CCRISP, etc.) and assist with state and local reporting.

Abbreviated Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Child Development, Human Development, Elementary Education, Human Ecology, Home Economics, Family and Consumer Studies, Child and Family Studies, Education and Special Education) or ability to achieve a Step 10 on the Oregon Registry within 12 months of hire date.
• At least 2 years of experience in early childhood or youth development programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience managing databases (manipulating data/running reports).
• Demonstrated understanding of systemic racism and inequity, with a commitment to addressing these issues in early learning.
• Requires a valid Oregon driver's license, proof of auto insurance for a private vehicle, and access to reliable transportation.
• Enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry (CBR) is required before hire.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Bilingual proficiency for the population as reflected in the community. 
• Experience owning and operating a family care business or child care center.
• Familiarity with assessment tools: CLASS, ERS, ASQ/ASQ-SE, or Teaching Strategies Gold.
• Orgon Registry Master Trainer Certification.
• 2+ years of experience in technical assistance, home visits, or classroom observations.
• Knowledge of and experience with Every Child Belongs initiative. 

Top Benefits or Perks:

• Comprehensive insurance benefits, including free dental and 90% of your medical premiums covered by the employer for single coverage plans
• Bilingual Pay Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Generous time off benefits with paid vacation, paid sick days, and 13 holidays!

How to Apply: Apply online directly at https://caowash.applicantpro.com/jobs/. The full job description and additional job details can be found there. Physical applications are also accepted at any of our Multi-Service Center locations.