Job Description
CCR&R Technical Assistance Coordinator - DeKalb County
Job ID: 275076
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
DeKalb County, GA
College/Department Information
Leap Early Learning Partners is a Child Care Resource and Referral Agency (CCR&R) of Augusta University. CCR&R's work hand-in-hand with families, early learning professionals, and advocates to ensure that children grow and learn in safe, high quality early learning environments. In addition to our advocacy efforts, Leap provides direct services to child care programs in a 23-county service area throughout Central East Georgia.
Our team has more than 600 years of collective experience in the field of early childhood. We are former owners, directors, social service managers, early learning professors, recreation therapists, teachers and more, and we share a vision for great early learning experiences for children, families, and professionals. We are thankful that we can bring our individual passions, experiences, skills, and training together to carry out that vision.
We are funded, in part, by Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning through the Federal Child Care Development Block Grant.
Job Summary
The Technical Assistance Coordinator is responsible for providing technical assistance (TA) and training to child care providers and early education programs in a designated service delivery area. Primary goal of technical assistance is program quality improvement and Quality Rated leveling.
Will serve DeKalb County.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
Technical Support: Provide technical assistance/support to ECE professionals by phone, email and regular on-site visits to assist program in improving program quality and/or achieving Quality Rated leveling; Complete formal assessments, develop and implement a plan of improvement and maintain necessary documentation; Provide career counseling to early learning professionals interested in returning to school, as needed.
Training: Provide professional development training in accordance with state guidelines and national best practices; Upon completion of PLC training, will facilitate PLC groups in conjunction with region-wide efforts.
Recruitment: Participate in provider recruitment efforts related to Quality Rated participation and TA.
Community Engagement: In coordination with program leadership, engage community partners in region by participating in meetings and facilitating partner events.
Reports & Documents: Complete all required reports, site visit documentation forms, etc. in compliance with state and program guidelines and national best practices.
Other: Perform all other related duties/tasks as assigned and necessary to meet program needs and provide high-quality services.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Family and Consumer Sciences or related field; Must meet minimum requirements as a GA State Approved Trainer with a minimum of three years' experience working directly with groups of children B-8; Must provide copy of college transcripts; Must hold a valid driver's license and appropriate insurance.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in ECE or related field.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with the state of GA licensing regulations governing child care facilities.
Experience in a child care setting; Experience providing technical assistance/serving as a mentor; Experience providing adult education.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong knowledge of early childhood field. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to forge a respectful partnership with providers. Ability to work in a team environment in a variety of settings.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search for Job ID: 275076.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=275076&PostingSeq=1
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