Early Care and Education Specialist

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13605768 Recruits and retains new family child care providers. Researches, develops and presents professional development events. Consults with centers, providers, preschools and parents regarding their special concerns. Supports membership and service goals of the Child Care Resource & Referral Program (CCR&R). Researches, develops and presents professional development events. Answers questions via phone, internet and in person regarding child care, child development and curriculum concerns. Supports membership and service goals of the Child Care Resource and Referral program. Advises, upon request, regarding children\'s developmental levels and/or behaviors. Offers suggestions/solutions to the early childhood care and education provider and parent as necessary. Consults with centers, providers, preschools, and parents regarding their special concerns. Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In compliance with KDHE requirements, Child Start will request proof of measles (MMR) vaccination or documented immunity during the employment process. Must be able to commute daily to Wichita, KS. ***Diversity Statement*** *Child Start embraces diversity.* Child Start believes in the value of diversity in the workforce. Child Start is committed to providing an environment of fair and equitable treatment of everyone regardless of age, race, religion, color or creed, national origin or ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Child Start is committed to encourage the growth of all employees, effectively serve clients from all backgrounds, embrace and celebrate the diversity of our communities, and reflect the population Child Start is dedicated to serving.*