Administer and teach the Tennessee Early Childhood Training non-credit coursework (Orientation) using the statewide TECTA curriculum for Early Childhood Educators.
Collaborate with local early care and education programs, professional organizations, community agencies, businesses, industries, and families in our service area to ensure that the training and education needs of state-regulated Early Childhood Educators programs are fully met.
Provide technical assistance, model teaching and/or consultation to Early Childhood Educators.
Conduct CDA (Child Development Associate Credential) Observations.
Provide leadership and support to early childhood educators organizations, and partner agencies through committee memberships, conference presentations, technical assistance and related special projects at the local, state and national level.
Participate actively in early childhood professional organizations.
Keep abreast of current literature and research related to child development, the child care field and the child care workforce.
Attend professional development training through local, state and national organizations/agencies to stay abreast of early childhood trends and issues.
Maintain all program data and documentation (TECTA Database).
Compile and submit accurate reports in a timely manner and in compliance with contract stipulations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Two years of related experience working in Early Childhood Education with teaching experience.
Excellent interpersonal communications and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of Tennessee Child Care Licensing requirements.
Knowledge and experience of training techniques for adult learners and the specific needs of early childhood educators.
Proficient in software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access).
Ability to adapt to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.
Ability to manage time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Ability to travel to appointments, meetings, and training sessions which may require overnight stay.
This position requires nights and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
Four years of related experience is preferred.
Work Hours
Typical hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.
m.
– 4:30 p.
m.
Additional hours if/when needed.
Required to work some nights and weekends.
Travel is required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Commensurate with education and experience; Administrative Pay Grade AD40.
This is a full-time grant funded position; its continuation is contingent upon future funding.
Benefits Information
Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package.
Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen (13) University holidays.
Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
Posting Details
Posting Date 11/30/2023
Screening Date 12/14/2023
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three references.
References will be contacted at a later date.
Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility.
Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcripts
Valid Driver's License
List of References
Optional Documents
Transcripts 2
Other Documents
Other Documents 2
Other Documents 3
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