Family Child Care Quality Coach

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Posting Number RTF00273PO24

USC Market Title Instructor/Training Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156176

Business Title (Internal Title) Family Child Care Quality Coach

Campus Columbia

Work County Richland

College/Division College of Education

Department CED Child Development Research Center

Advertised Salary Range $49,396 – $62,075

Location of Vacancy This position is home-based.

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule 

Monday – Friday- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category Other Professional

About University of South Carolina 

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence StatementAt the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

South Carolina Retirement Yes

State Insurance Programs Yes

Annual Leave Yes

Sick Leave Yes

Advertised Job SummaryThe Family Child Care Quality Coach functions as a part of the South Carolina Child Care & Resource Referral team of statewide Instructors/Training Coordinators (Quality Coaches) that provides technical assistance and professional development to early childhood programs and collaborates with partner agencies to coordinate services. This position is home-based.

For this position, the selected applicant must obtain two approvals, both from SC Endeavors, within 12 months of employment: (1) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Trainer Credential in all areas of child development (2) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Technical Assistance Provider.

Minimum Required Education and ExperienceRequires a bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other CredentialsFor this position, the selected applicant must obtain two approvals, both from SC Endeavors, within 12 months of employment: (1) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Trainer Credential in all areas of child development (2) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Technical Assistance Provider.

Preferred QualificationsPrefer a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or a degree in education related field with a minimum of 18 credit hours documented on transcript of core coursework in Early Childhood Education. Preference will be given to applicants with experience as an employee/owner of an early childhood setting (family-based, center-based) serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Preference will also be given to applicants with experience conducting adult/parent education trainings and providing technical assistance to implement program quality standards in early childhood education setting.

Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of or demonstrated experience in the provision of technical assistance and training to child care providers in topics that include business start-up and planning, acquiring licensing status, maintaining quality services, and resolving corrective action plans. Knowledge of SC Child Care licensing requirements and ABC standards and awareness of community services for children. Knowledge and experience in the use of tools to develop online training/courses/tutorials is preferred. Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills and computer skills that include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web-based software applications; have the ability to lift 50 lbs.; ability to maintain reliable transportation to conduct on-site visits to early childhood programs and perform other job duties; and hold a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Job DutyTechnical Assistance: Collect, analyze, and use data from early childhood programs, licensing representatives, and community partners in the service delivery area to meet the diversity of early childhood settings (home-based, center-based, faith-based, school-based). Conduct on-site and virtual technical assistance to assigned counties/regions and develop quality improvement plans in partnership with early childhood programs to maintain or increase program-wide quality levels. Plan and implement child care networks (family child care, child care directors, special interest groups) and/or Communities of Practice with child care programs to increase program quality and advocacy.

Essential Function Yes

Percentage of Time 55

Job Duty 

Training: Conduct and develop partnerships with appropriate organizations in the community to offer training opportunities for early childhood programs, parents and/or community members. Develop training content and professional learning plans that encourage engagement of early childhood programs and include follow-up technical assistance, including on-site/virtual when appropriate, to help early childhood educators put knowledge gained in training into practice in the program.

Essential Function Yes

Percentage of Time 30

Job Duty 

Consumer Awareness: Distribute brochures and resource information to community partners and local organizations regarding quality child care. Participate in agency activities including but not limited to Early Care and Education Partner Forums, formerly known as Technical Assistance Coordination Team (TACT) meetings, or other networking meetings, conferences, seminars, and events to promote the services of the SC CCR&R for early childhood providers, parents, and community members.

Essential Function Yes

Percentage of Time 10

Job Duty 

Other: Assist other departments in major projects and perform other resource and referral duties as needed, including planning and implementing statewide initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Function Yes

Percentage of Time 5

Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 

Position End Date

Job Open Date 09/26/2024

Job Close Date 11/09/2024

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant 

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by November 9, 2024

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/176306

EEO Statement 

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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