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ZERO TO THREESr. Training and Technical Assistance Specialist
ZERO TO THREE, an organization founded in 1977 with a mission to ensure all infants and toddlers achieve a strong start in life, is hiring a…
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ZERO TO THREE, an organization founded in 1977 with a mission to ensure all infants and toddlers achieve a strong start in life, is hiring a Sr. Training and Technical Assistance Specialist . This position is funded through September 29, 2027. The person in this role will deliver training and technical assistance to Head Start and Early Head Start regional specialists, childcare programs, and grantees. Focus areas include birth to…
Job Description
ZERO TO THREE, an organization founded in 1977 with a mission to ensure all infants and toddlers achieve a strong start in life, is hiring a Sr. Training and Technical Assistance Specialist. This position is funded through September 29, 2027.
The person in this role will deliver training and technical assistance to Head Start and Early Head Start regional specialists, childcare programs, and grantees. Focus areas include birth to five child development, play-based learning, effective teaching and home visiting practices, dual language learning, disabilities services, and curriculum implementation. The specialist will design and present both virtual and in-person sessions, contribute subject matter expertise to digital courses and resources, collaborate on cross-functional teams, and support federal Office of Head Start priorities.
Ideal candidates possess extensive background in Head Start programs, deep knowledge of early childhood development, and strong skills in practice-based coaching, instructional design, and data analysis.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior management and directors to fulfill training and resource development objectives regarding disability services
- Create training materials and deliver instruction to Head Start and Early Head Start grantees, regional specialists, and childcare programs
- Present educational sessions at regional, national, and service area conferences and events
- Plan and facilitate national webinars, virtual learning series, office hours, and online meetings for educational staff and technical assistance providers
- Contribute subject matter expertise to new resource creation, Early Education Pathways courses, and technology innovations
- Participate in the review and updating cycle for existing DTL courses and HeadStart.gov content
- Engage in cross-functional workgroups and teams to support daily operations and address Office of Head Start priorities
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of working experience within a Head Start or Early Head Start program, or in a regional technical assistance position linked to a program with a home-based option
- Demonstrated ability to deliver training and technical assistance in both face-to-face and virtual formats
- Extensive understanding of birth to five early childhood development, effective teaching methods, and home visiting practices
- Extensive knowledge regarding birth to five disabilities services, including IDEA Part B and Part C, early intervention, and special education partnerships
- In-depth knowledge of preventing and managing child incidents across center-based, family childcare, and home-based settings
- Proficiency in practice-based coaching, the CLASS Pre-K observation tool, assessment instruments, and social and emotional learning foundations
- Strong conceptual, oral, written, interpersonal, and computer skills, with the ability to interpret complex documents and analyze data
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in early childhood education or a related field
- Familiarity with inclusion and disabilities services, such as Head Start Program Performance Standards on disabilities and evidence-based inclusion practices
- Reliable CLASS Pre-K observer credential
Core Skills
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Retirement contributions
- Generous leave benefits
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What is the salary for the Sr. Training and Technical Assistance Specialist position?
The estimated salary is in the mid $80,000s to approximately $100,000, depending on experience, geographic location, budget, and comparable internal positions.
Is this position permanent?
No, this role is funded through September 29, 2027.
What educational background is required?
While a Master's degree in Early Childhood or a related field is preferred, robust professional experience will be valued, considered, and accepted in place of academic credentials.
How do I apply if I am selected?
The posting notes that due to a high volume of applications, individual feedback cannot be provided, but a hiring team member will contact qualified candidates chosen to move forward in the process regarding next steps.
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