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Southern Oregon Education Service District · 3 months ago

SOESD - Quality Improvement Specialist, Preschool Promise

Medford, OR

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19.96/hr - $23.90/hr

Southern Oregon Education Service District is responsible for providing training and support to early educators. The Quality Improvement Specialist will work with Preschool Promise programs to enhance the quality of early childhood education through coaching, training, and the development of Quality Improvement Plans.

EducationHigher EducationLanguage LearningPersonal Development

Responsibilities

Complete all required training from Western Oregon University to qualify as a QIS

Deliver coaching to child care providers with the goal of improving provider knowledge and ability to deliver quality care and education programs, including appropriate environments, activities, and teacher-child interaction, among other areas. Coaching will be on-site and may also be by phone, email, or other means. Coaching and technical assistance will be delivered in a supportive and collaborative manner built on the coach’s ability to establish a strong and positive relationship with the provider

Deliver coaching services using a variety of strategies proven to be effective with adult learners

Locate and deliver resources and present individual or group training, if appropriate, and ensure that information shared with providers is accurate, research-based, and relevant

Work effectively with providers to develop a QIP and support implementation

Submit all required paperwork accurately and completely

Represent Child Care Resource Network and raise awareness of indicators of quality child care, the importance of early childhood and school readiness, and other critical areas of the field

Comply with ESD rules and policies

Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation (see reverse)

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Child care knowledgeCoaching experienceTraining deliveryEarly childhood degreeBilingualSelf-managementTechnical assistanceCommunicationTeamworkPositive attitude

Required

Valid Oregon Driver's License

English proficiency

Solid working knowledge of child care-related programs and related community resources; child abuse reporting, and child care regulations and licensing

Excellent self-management skills and the ability to take initiative, work independently within established guidelines, and with a diverse group of participants and partners

Proficiency in the use of a variety of computer programs and the internet

Knowledge of community resources within the service delivery area

Positive, flexible attitude

Demonstrated effective communication skills, teamwork, and professionalism

Pass a background check and maintain enrollment in the Child Care Division Criminal History registry

Complete all required training from Western Oregon University to qualify as a QIS

Deliver coaching services using a variety of strategies proven to be effective with adult learners

Locate and deliver resources and present individual or group training, if appropriate, and ensure that information shared with providers is accurate, research-based, and relevant

Work effectively with providers to develop a QIP and support implementation

Submit all required paperwork accurately and completely

Represent Child Care Resource Network and raise awareness of indicators of quality child care, the importance of early childhood and school readiness, and other critical areas of the field

Comply with ESD rules and policies

Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation

Preferred

Degree in early childhood or related field preferred

Experience preferred, providing early childhood training

Mentoring and coaching experience preferred

Bilingual preferred

Benefits

Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2114.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.

Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.

10 paid holidays, plus additional paid days off.

A generous sick, vacation, and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts – medical, day-care expenses

Optional Coverage for Additional Life, AD&D, and Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity

403(b)

Mercy Flights Membership

Company

Southern Oregon Education Service District

SOESD is an innovative and responsive partner, providing essential local services and leveraging resources to prepare students to enter school, achieve at high levels and succeed in further educational pursuits.

Founded in 1849