Early Learning Coach, Professional Services- No Benefits (Contingency)
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- Grand Rapids Community College
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- Grand Rapids
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Job Details
Early Learning Coach, Professional Services- No Benefits (Contingency)
Date: May 11, 2021
Title: Early Learning Coach, Professional Services- No Benefits (Contingency)
This position is represented by the Faculty Association
Position Number: 1112
Work Schedule: 12-16 hours per week
Compensation: $25.00/hr.
Reports to: Director of Phyllis Fratzke Childhood Learning Laboratory
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 role of the Early Learning Coach is to positively impact the learning, development and social skills of young children, improve interactions of caregivers with young children, increase the number of literacy activities offered by caregivers, increase access to community resources for caregivers and children, increase identification of children with developmental delays and referrals for services, and build relationships between children & families and their neighborhood school prior to kindergarten entry. The Early Learning Coach is responsible for planning and implementing the Play and Learn services; they will develop literacy based curriculum that supports families and caregivers in learning about child development, early language and literacy strategies, and positive discipline that supports children in being ready for kindergarten. Coaches are responsible for all aspects of the Play and Learn Services including recruitment, planning, implementation, documentation and data collection.
Essential Job Functions
- Complete the work of the Play and Learn GRCC program efficiently and effectively; flexibility to provide services in multiple formats—face to face playgroups as well as through alternate models
- Participate in community promotional activities for recruitment; connecting families from the neighborhoods to the Play and Learn Group including outreach to childcare providers and Family, Friends and Neighbor Providers
- Maintain positive relationships with all community partners.
- Work collaboratively with the other Early Learning Coaches to develop materials for providing caregivers with developmental information and activities that support children's development
- Planning and guiding intentional caregiver learning as well as planning developmentally and culturally appropriate activities for children
- Implement Play and Learn activities and services; interact with caregivers to share developmental information and activities in person and virtually.
- Maintain records and documentation as required by the program; including attendance records, documentation of caregiver learning topics, zip code records, and family/caregiver feedback.
- Develop retention strategies that encourage ongoing participation of families and caregivers.
- Have ASQ available as a resource to families, encourage use and support families in accessing additional resources as needed.
- Work with GRCC to provide all aspects of program evaluation.
- Assure that feedback data is collected and recorded according to approved procedures.
- Attend and participate in regularly scheduled meetings.
- Follow designated procedures for ordering materials and supplies necessary for implementing the program.
- Reflect regularly on all aspects of the Play and Learn GRCC program and make suggestions for 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
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development (Masters preferred) with Early Childhood coursework and experience.
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 conduct community outreach and establish relationships with partner agencies—schools, churches, and community based organizations
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.
Candidate must
- Be able to pass Criminal Background Check
- Be Fingerprinted
- Complete Infant-Child CPR/First Aid
Method of Application
Grand Rapids Community College is only accepting online applications for this position at GRCC job postings. Submit a cover letter and resume in one document. The opportunity to apply for this position will close on open until filled. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer.
Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.grcc.edu/psp/job/EXTERNAL_APPLICANT/GRCC_HR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=1112&PostingSeq=1
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Organization
Working at Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids Junior College (GRJC) was founded in 1914 by the Grand Rapids Board of Education after a resolution was passed by the University of Michigan’s faculty which encouraged the establishment of junior colleges in Michigan.
Today, GRCC’s eight-block downtown campus, encompassing more than 25 acres in downtown Grand Rapids, includes several classroom buildings, a learning center (including the Diversity Learning Center) and library, Spectrum Theater, the Applied Technology Center (which features a green roof), a remodeled music building, a fieldhouse with natatorium, a student center, Bostwick Commons, and the Calkins Science Center.
The college also offers instruction from a variety of regional centers in the metropolitan Grand Rapids area (including numerous local high schools, regional centers and its two Learning Corners on Wealthy St. and Seward Ave.) and on the West Michigan lakeshore (including West Ottawa High School, Careerline Tech Center, the Midtown Holland Center and Grand Valley State University's Meijer Campus in Holland).
In addition, GRCC has two Michigan Technical Education Centers (M-TECs in West Michigan. The Patrick Thompson M-TEC, part of GRCC's Lakeshore Campus, located in Holland, opened in Fall 2000 in partnership with the Ottawa Area Intermediate School District. The Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC ® in Grand Rapids opened in 2002. This world-class facility offers training in manufacturing, auto service, and building and construction trades.
To increase capacity to meet unprecedented demand, GRCC acquired the former campus of Davenport University on Fulton St. in downtown Grand Rapids and began offering courses at Sneden Hall beginning in the Fall 2009 semester.
In Winter 2010, more than 17,000 students enrolled in more than 1,900 liberal arts and occupational courses. The diverse student body represents students from Kent and surrounding counties as well as students from across the U.S. and 22 other nations. Another 10,000 learners are served by non-credit instructional opportunities. In addition to traditional classroom environments, students may also receive instruction through community and distant service-learning offerings, seminars, workshops, training classes, distance learning options and other educational formats. GRCC employs a faculty of more than 260 full-time and 590 part-time members as well as a staff of 430, all of whom are focused on the College’s priorities to be student-centered, collaborative, and flexible. Throughout its 90-year history of academic excellence, GRCC has maintained a solid reputation as a premier transfer institution and is nationally recognized for both its liberal arts and occupational programs. Many GRCC faculty members have been recognized regionally and nationally for their expertise and innovative teaching styles.
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