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Grand Rapids Community College Early Learning Coach Assistant- Professional Services/No Benefit Employee-Contingency in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Early Learning Coach Assistant- Professional Services/No Benefit Employee-Contingency
Date: November 7, 2022
Position Title: Early Learning Coach Assistant- Professional Services/No Benefit Employee-
Contingency
Job ID: 1435
Work Hours: 16-20 hours per week per grant
Compensation: $15.00/hour
Reports to: Child Development Community Liaison and Play and Learn Coordinator
Posting Close Date: Open until filled
For information on "Who are Professional Services, No-Benefit Employees?" please visit http://www.grcc.edu/humanresources/employeegroups/contingentemployees.
Summary
The Early Learning Coach Support will work alongside the Early Learning Coach to implement all Play and Learn GRCC programming. They will develop materials, implement programing and engage families in activities that support children's healthy growth and development.
Essential Job Functions
• Work collaboratively with the Early Learning Coaches to implement program services including Playgroups, Walks and Play and Learn bag distributions. • Develop materials for program services including literacy handouts, scaffolded activity instructions, and videos demonstrating implementation of monthly activities. • Engage with families to complete the ASQ developmental screen • Order, maintain and organize supplies and materials to implement Play and Learn services • Build and maintain positive relationships with all community partners • Work with GRCC to provide all aspects of program evaluation including 2X/year family survey. • Participate in monthly staff meetings, program planning meetings, and staff training. • Reflect regularly on all aspects of the Play and Learn GRCC program and make suggestions for program improvement. • Promote teamwork and good communication among all Play and Learn GRCC staff and all personnel from partner agencies. • Support the mission, vision, values and key strategies of GRCC. • Participate in goal setting and evaluation requirements as staff of GRCC. • Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned by GRCC.
Job Specifications
Education
• CDA Credential or 12 credits in Early Childhood Education/Child Development with preference given for Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development. Spanish speaking candidate given preference.
Work Experience
• Three years' experience in working with young children Birth to 5 years • Experience with special needs learners is a benefit • Experience working with children and families with diverse backgrounds; bilingual given preference • Ability and aptitude to establish relationships with Play and Learn GRCC staff and partner agencies
Mental Demands
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Must be proficient in verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with diverse populations. • Ability to network, build collaborative partnerships within GRCC and the community. • Ability to demonstrate strong time management and organization skills. • Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner. • Use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations. • Project a professional image including punctuality and good attendance record. • Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to perform job responsibilities with minimum supervision.
Working Conditions
• Ability to travel within the community to assigned work sites which may not be barrier free. • Must be able to bend and lift and/or move 25 pounds. • Employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. • Moderate level of noise at Play and Learn Groups. • Occasional work outside of normal business hours.
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