Address
Form of work
SalaryPosition Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
S3274P
Home Org Name
Human Devlmnt Family Science
Division Name
College of Human Sciences
Position Title
Family Child Care Mentor
Job Class Code
CA13
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
Yes
Limited Term Length
One year
Job Summary
This position is located in Birmingham, AL.
The Auburn University Department of Human Development and Family Science is seeking a Family Child Care Mentor I/II/III to work directly with childcare providers and families participating in the Accreditation Facilitation Project (AFP). This position is part of the Family Child Care Partnerships (FCCP) project, which assists Family Child Care providers to provide high-quality Child Care services with a focus on moving them toward national accreditation standards. Learn more about FCCP here: https://wp.auburn.edu/fccp/
This is a full-time, one-year, limited-term position. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more!
The Auburn University Department of Human Development and Family Science is seeking a Family Child Care Mentor I/II/III to work directly with childcare providers and families participating in the Accreditation Facilitation Project (AFP). This position is part of the Family Child Care Partnerships (FCCP) project, which assists Family Child Care providers to provide high-quality Child Care services with a focus on moving them toward national accreditation standards. Learn more about FCCP here: https://wp.auburn.edu/fccp/
This is a full-time, one-year, limited-term position. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more!
Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.
Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
- Teaches, plans, implements, and evaluates research based educational programs and information to improve the lives of low income, under-resourced families and children participating in the Auburn University Head Start Program and the Accreditation Facilitation Project.
- Recruits Family Child Care providers to enroll in the Family Child Care Partnerships Accreditation Facilitation program and Early Head Start Program.
- Works with assigned Family Child Care providers to establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment, including supervision of children. Collaborates with and supports Family Child Care providers and families to implement sound family life practices, extend learning into the home, and connect with community partners to improve quality Child Care.
- Generates and analyzes assessments in order for the Accreditation team to implement changes as needed to contribute to continuous quality improvements. Documents Family Child Care provider and children’s progress through ongoing observation and direct assessment activities; uses that data to plan and individualize curriculum.
- Documents work goals, progress, and assessments with each provider on the mentor’s caseload. Ensures documentation is submitted in a timely manner.
- Collaborates with partner agencies and other groups that support families and children in order to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. May collaborate with partner agencies to establish and develop community resource programs where needed.
- Develops tools and systems for managing, tracking, monitoring, analyzing, and reporting family engagement outcomes.
- Completes and maintains appropriate records for each participating provider.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Level I: Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or related field that includes specific coursework in working with children and families with no experience.
Level II: Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or related field that includes specific coursework in working with children and families plus 2 years experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.
Level III: Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or related field that includes specific coursework in working with children and families plus 4 years experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.
Focus of Experience:
Experience in community-based education, program planning, implementation, or evaluation.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Level I: Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or related field that includes specific coursework in working with children and families with no experience.
Level II: Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or related field that includes specific coursework in working with children and families plus 2 years experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.
Level III: Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or related field that includes specific coursework in working with children and families plus 4 years experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.
Focus of Experience:
Experience in community-based education, program planning, implementation, or evaluation.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of child development, human development and family studies, and adult education.
- Knowledge of general office operations.
- Knowledge of Family Child Care best practices and family advocacy principles.
- Knowledge of program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Valid Driver’s License
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
$34,500 - $64,200
Job Category
Administrative
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:
Birmingham
State position is located:
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
01/02/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
