Crystal Stairs, Inc. \n

Improving the Lives of Families through\n

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy\n

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, fully vaccinated workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.\n
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Resource & Referral - QRIS Program (Child Development) Coaching Specialist\n

Position is 100% On-Site - Los Angeles CA 90056\n

What We're Looking For:\n

We are seeking a QRIS Program Coaching (PC) Specialist who will deliver Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) coaching and technical assistance services with the goal of improving the quality of participating Quality Start Los Angeles (QSLA) child care programs. The PC Specialist will also focus on the broad work of quality improvement, including setting the conditions for change; creating and implementing a quality improvement plan; providing individualized support on common topics related to implementing the CA-QRIS standards. The ideal candidate will have the following responsibilities:\n\nProvide program coaching services, technical assistance and training services in alignment with the QRIS Coaching model by providing mentoring and support to program participants. The areas of support include but are not limited to: the classroom environment, teacher-child interactions, and assessment as they relate to QRIS elements. \nConduct virtual, onsite and in-person coaching sessions, training and technical assistance in developmentally appropriate curriculum and practice; facilitate networking opportunities and act as a resource for participants on child development, quality child care and professional development. \nShare feedback and information, help child care providers reflect on progress, and assist them in the development of a working portfolio. \nDevelop Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) using SMART Goals for participating QSLA sites and ensure monthly coaching sessions support the QIP.\nEnsure and maintain project compliance through a detailed knowledge of the QRIS Contract, Scope of Work; Quality Continuum Framework-Rating Matrix; Continuous Quality Improvement Pathways Tools and Resources; and other documents, as required\nMaintain ongoing effective communication with the Crystal Stairs QRIS Team to ensure effective program implementation and achievement of program goals\nCoordinate and collaborate with QSLA Crystal Stairs Coaching staff to exchange information about the needs of sites to provide more cohesive, holistic support\nBuild connections with and help maintain resources on local higher education institutions and local professional development opportunities\nParticipate in events as needed to help maintain CCALA and QRIS visibility with funders and other current and potential stakeholders\nMaintain records of work activities and track\/monitor progress of participants\nPerform other duties as assigned by supervisor and\/or Program Manager\n\nEXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:\n\nBachelor Degree in ECE\/Child Development or related field with 24 ECE units or Program Director Permit is required; Masters Degree, or equivalent work experience, in ECE\/Child Development or related field is preferred.\nMust have a minimum of three years of experience working in a child care setting, working with adult learners, and a diverse client population. \nMust have a minimum of two years experience designing training and facilitation of trainings\nExperience with quality improvement programs with a strength-based approach\nStrong working knowledge of the quality rating tools such as Program Administration Scale (PAS) and Business Administration Scale (BAS); child observation and\/or screening tools such as ASQ-3, ASQ:SE, and DRDP\nFamiliarity with the Quality Continuum Framework Rating Matrix, CLASS, Environmental Rating Scales (ERS)\nStrong working knowledge of higher education systems and requirements including transcripts, degree requirements, and transferring degrees and credits from international educational institutions; familiarity with California Child Development Permit Matrix\nAbility to be flexible, innovative and adapt to the changing needs of the program, department and agency. \nStrong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. Publisher, Word, Excel and Outlook)\nRequires the exercise of some independent judgment and discretion in analyzing facts and circumstances and in the determination of actions to be taken within the limits of standard practice; involves application of broad knowledge of contract funding terms and the Agency's policies and procedures \n\nSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS\n\nMust possess a valid California driver's license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance as this position travels in the field approximately 40% of the time\nMust provide verification of valid TB clearance and immunization records within the last two years of employment \nMust successfully pass the Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal background check prior to first day of employment.\n\n
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Total Package of Benefits\n\nMedical\/ Dental\/ Vision - 95% covered by Crystal Stairs\n401k Matching Options\nFlex Spending \nPre-paid Legal Services\nSick and Vacation Time \nPaid Holidays and Winter Break\nOpportunity for Growth and Development\nRobust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM\n\n
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Crystal Stairs, Inc. is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs, Inc. provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.\n
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Additional Requirements: Must be fully vaccinated and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Per the CDC, fully vaccinated means at least 2 weeks after (1) a second dose in a 2-dose series, or (2) a single-dose vaccine, and this status and definition applies to COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized for emergency use or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.\n
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For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org