Early Childhood Training Specialist

South Dakota State University is currently seeking an early childhood professional with a passion for helping others to serve as an Early Childhood Training Specialist. The Child and Family Resource Network was established in 1990 as an outreach office at South Dakota State University to provide information and resources for users and providers of childcare and their families. Currently, the Child and Family Resource Network is a state and locally supported Early Childhood Enrichment (ECE) program which provides training, education and resources to adults who are involved in the day-to-day care of children and youth in a 13-county area of South Dakota.

Job Responsibilities: To promote and implement the Early Childhood Enrichment model of delivery of services to caregivers, parents, and professionals who serve children and families in South Dakota. To support, train and assist them in their efforts to provide the quality of care in childcare and out-of-school time settings. This may include observing, assessing, documenting, planning, implementing recommendations, and evaluating activities to support many of the following types of care to include registered family child care homes, licensed child care centers, and a licensed out of school time programs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Child development and adult learning theory.
• South Dakota childcare industry and the South Dakota Early Childhood Enrichment System.
• Data collection methods.
• Training and resource development.
• Computer software applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Zoom).

Skill & Ability to:

• Research, write and implement developmentally appropriate, research-based professional development classes for childcare providers and parents.
• Work as part of a team.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Provide support, technical assistance and resources to parents or caregivers which may include conducting onsite visits.
• Market and recruit class participants for training sessions.
• Prioritize work with competing deadlines.
• Document outcomes and impact data.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Required License: Valid driver’s license.

Comments: This position is classified as a Training Specialist. This position is grant funded and not eligible for remote work. South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Posting #: CSA01624P

Benefits: South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.

Application Procedures: South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site; to apply, visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu. [SE8835]

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.06 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person