Family Daycare Early Learning Specialist

Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Remitted Tuition
• Professional Development
• Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits
• Professional Supervision and Coaching
• Recognition and Appreciation Programs
• Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

This Position is Eligible for a $2000.00 Hiring Incentive

The Home Based Child Care Early Learning Specialist is responsible for an assigned caseload of 6-8 childcare providers. Delivering in-person services twice weekly, the Early Learning Specialist's role is to deliver educational books and toys and model behaviors that empower providers to promote the development of the verbal, cognitive, and social-emotional skills that are critical for children’s school readiness and long-term school success.

Duties include:

travel to homes throughout Onondaga County for the visits; participate in weekly staff meetings, as well as individual supervision meetings and professional development opportunities as they are offered; assist site coordinator with recruitment of families; attend networking/community events; complete developmental screenings – record data and refer to community resources based on needs. While making sure to collect data completely with attention to detail and punctuality in their reporting as required by the Parent Child+ Program and Catholic Charities of Onondaga County.

This Position is Full Time at 35 hours a week, 10 months a year. Pay is $18.50 per Hour

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Up to 2 years of experience working with young children and/or families
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered
• Experience may include daycare, in-home childcare, nanny, or former program participant
• Knowledge of child development and familiarity with community resources
• Home visiting experience preferred
• Bilingual/multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
• Former program participants are encouraged to apply

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to share language, life experiences, culture, and community with the families. Basic computer skills and specialized training or coursework related to the position.

Licenses/Certifications/Clearances:

• Valid NYS Driver’s License
• Registered and insured vehicle
• NYS Child Abuse Registry Clearance

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at clients' homes and/or community facilities that may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals. Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children/adults in a challenging and active environment.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.