Early Care and Education Specialist

Job listing expires on January 18, 2026.

Recruits and retains new family child care providers. Researches, develops and presents professional development events. Consults with centers, providers, preschools and parents regarding their special concerns. Supports membership and service goals of the Child Care Resource & Referral Program (CCR&R).

• Minimum of Associate Degree (A.A. or A.S.) in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft applications. Knowledge of child care required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in providing direct care for infants and/or toddlers or children ages two to eight in a group setting. Minimum of one-year experience providing training to adult audiences.
• Participates in communication/coordination meetings and trainings.
• Ability to work with a diverse client population.
• Requires good interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Holds a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner and to multi‑task.
• Provides technical assistance to child care programs specific to any financial requirements of the grants program, with a focus on maintaining accurate records.
• Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, including creating and editing documents, and spreadsheets.
• Complies with a variety of reports and data information with a high degree of accuracy to support compiling and synthesizing reports.
• Participates in all Child Care Aware of Kansas orientation, communication/coordination meetings and trainings.