Childcare Training and Development Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $60k to $65k

Childcare Training and Development Specialist - Community Based Training

Organization Summary

CAIRO, the Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization, is a bastion for African refugees and immigrant families in Oregon and central Minnesota, dedicated to forging paths to equity and social justice. We are a non-profit, service-driven organization steadfast in its mission to advocate for, support, and enable the growth and empowerment of African communities through a comprehensive array of programs and initiatives. Our work is rooted in the understanding that equitable access to education, health services, workforce development, and housing are pivotal to the prosperity of our immigrant and refugee families and communities.

Position Summary

The Training and Development Specialist will guide early childhood educators, providers and staff in training across all core knowledge categories that will support their ability to become Preschool for All providers. The Training and Development Specialist will work with program participants to create and complete plans to increase their ORO step levels. They will lead ORO approved training sessions to help program participants complete step goals and collaborate with the Program Manager to develop and implement training that meets the needs of the Preschool For All workforce development program.

This is a full-time, exempt position 40 hrs. per week, typically Monday through Friday 8am 5 : 30pm that does require semi-regular evening and weekend work for training. This position reports to the Program Manager. The expected start date is as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Individualized Program Development :

Assist in the assessment and selection of providers who are interested in the program.

Develop and Conduct ORO approved training sessions in Somali or Arabic. The training will cover various aspects of childcare that help program participants be more effective at meeting Preschool for All standards and increase their step level.

Provide training in English and either Somali or Arabic.

Serve as a mentor and motivator, offering ongoing support and guidance to trainees as they build knowledge and implement new skills.

Qualifications

Starting Salary : $60k to $65k, Depending on experience

Benefits

Work Environment / Location

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