Child Care Specialist

At Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego, and Schoharie Counties, we believe in changing lives—one family, one provider, one community at a time.

We’re looking for a Child Care Specialist who’s passionate about helping others grow and succeed. If you’re ready to make an impact, collaborate with a supportive team, and build a career with purpose, we’d love to meet you!

At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!

As a Child Care Specialist, you’ll be a key partner to local child care providers—helping them thrive by offering the tools, training, and support they need to run successful programs.

Your work will include:

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  Guiding providers through the Child Care Management System (CCMS) – from onboarding to ongoing engagement.

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  Organizing and leading network membership meetings that inspire collaboration and growth.

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  Assisting with special projects that strengthen our child care community.

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  Supporting providers in implementing strong HR practices (job descriptions, onboarding, payroll, retention strategies, and more).

• Schedule: 35 hours/week (Mon–Fri)

  • MTWF: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

  • Thurs: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM

• Pay Rate: $22/hour

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development or a related field

• 1–3 years of experience in child care or early education

• A passion for helping others, strong organizational skills, and a heart for community service

We know that when our team thrives, our mission thrives. That’s why we offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
• Generous Paid Time Off – up to 23 days in your first year!
• Retirement Planning Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on travel, movies, and more
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
• Recognition, Awards & Referral Bonuses
  
• A Supportive, Collaborative Team Culture

At Catholic Charities, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all who want to make a positive difference in the world.

Your community needs you — and we can’t wait to welcome you to our team.