Quality Assurance Specialist (Early Childhood Programs)

The Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County is looking for an Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team!

Who We Are:

The Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, Inc. strives to ensure that children and their families have access to high-quality, affordable early learning programs and services in our community. We are a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to building a community-wide commitment to ensure every child is ready to succeed in school and life through comprehensive, high-quality early learning environments.

Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for the provision of quality improvement supports to child care providers participating in the School Readiness, Voluntary Prekindergarten and CSC Scholarship programs to promote high quality early learning opportunities for families. This position is responsible for conducting on- site programmatic assessments, compliance reviews and site monitoring.

Location and Hours:

This position is designated as Telecommute. This is a full-time position, and business hours at the Boynton location is Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. 

Pay: up to $25.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

What You'll Do:

• Conducts on- site programmatic assessments and review monitoring of Childcare Providers in School Readiness, Voluntary Prekindergarten and/or the CSC Scholarship programs using approved program monitoring tools.
• Conducts consistent desk reviews in the monitoring of School Readiness, Voluntary Prekindergarten and /or CSC Scholarship providers.
• Prepares reports based on findings from monitoring's and makes recommendations on areas for improvement.
• Provides on-site coaching and technical assistance that result in program improvement.
• Facilitate formal and in-service training in adherence to provider agreements and as needed in the efforts to support providers to move from theory to practice.
• Assist in conducting post audit attendance reviews in accordance with established policies and procedures and prepares reports.
• Ability to organize data for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.
• Assists with all special assignments, research, and report preparation. Participates in the organization of special activities related to child care programs.
• Investigates parent, provider and partner complaints.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year College or university in Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Health and Human Services or a related field, required.
• Three years related experience and/or training in childcare environment.
• Knowledge of best practices in a childcare setting.
• Familiarity with childcare licensing standards.
• Valid Driver's license and auto insurance are required.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children and families.
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Competitive pay, benefits and opportunities for growth.
• Schedule: TELECOMMUTE, Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program