VQB5 Early Childhood Specialist (Child Care Specialist II)

Join our team at the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services and help support our mission to partner with communities, families, and individuals to provide opportunities to access a continuum of resources that promote equity and create positive outcomes for people of all ages and abilities. Our vision is to see connected communities where all individuals and families are supported and empowered to thrive.

Under the supervision of the Child Care Specialist III, this position supports and monitors community early childhood centers and family childcare providers participating in the quality measurement and improvement system Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5). This includes outreach to programs for understanding of the VQB5 system and the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) tool, support for VQB5 registration and other data entry as needed, conducting CLASS observations in programs and providing feedback, and connecting providers with improvement partners or other professional development supports based on VQB5 data. Acts as the main point of contact and build relationships with early childhood programs to ensure successful participation in the VQB5 system. Serves as the expert for VQB5 registration and Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Observations. Other duties as assigned.

Position requires flexibility in scheduling, including some evening and Saturday hours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, psychology, social work, or a closely related field; plus two years of experience in day care administration, early childhood education, or related human service administration.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

Additional work schedule requirements: Must be flexible to meet program needs. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Infant / Toddler / PreK Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) certified observer.
• Experience providing on-site technical assistance, mentoring, and/or coaching for early childhood professionals.
• Experience working with early childhood professionals in an early childhood program, center and/or family child care home.
• Experience working with a diverse, multicultural population.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

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