Join the Child Care Aware Team
Below you will find current job openings at the Child Care Aware of Minnesota Coordinating Office. Follow the instructions in the postings to apply.
Child Care Aware of Minnesota is a statewide early childhood leader driving change through partnerships to build an equitable, high-quality early care and education system that meets the needs of Minnesota’s families and children. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, offering competitive benefits, flexible work environment, and opportunities for long-term professional growth. We are looking for team members who are passionate, adaptable, and interested in high-impact work that influences systems statewide. Embedding equity in organizational practices is a core value and we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in hiring, promotion, and workplace culture.
Position Description
TEACH Early Childhood Minnesota is a scholarship program that helps early childhood and school-age educators increase their levels of education, compensation, and commitment to the field by earning college credits and degrees. The TEACH Program Counselor is responsible for providing support and guidance to scholarship recipients, over all case management, and maintaining relationships with participating employers and colleges. The TEACH program is part of the Financial Supports Department. This position will support the overall work of the department, collaborate with team members, programs, and ensure contract deliverables are achieved. This position will report to the TEACH Manager.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinate services to recipients of TEACH Scholarships.
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- Serve as first point of contact for TEACH Scholarships- communicating with potential recipients, responding to requests for information and application materials
- Review and process applications and award scholarships
- Maintain files and database of recipients and sponsors according to established procedures
- Provide technical assistance via email and phone regarding the TEACH process to employers, recipients & college personnel
- Build relationships with TEACH recipients and provide academic and career counseling
- Serve as a liaison between the TEACH Program and key partners.
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- Perform outreach efforts to recruit employers and potential recipients
- Develop and maintain partnerships with other agencies and provider organizations, to promote TEACH and all Child Care Aware programs
- Maintain partnerships with TEACH National
- Maintain relationships with college Early Childhood and Financial Aid/Administration departments through regular contact
- Participate and assist with Advisory Committee meetings
- Collect and evaluate program data to regularly assess the scholarship program, suggest improvements and produce reports.
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- Assess the need for new scholarship models or procedures and make proposals
- Review recipient and employer surveys looking for ways to improve services
- Track and pull data to create reports for funders and E.A.C.H. National Office
- Assist with updating and maintaining program documents
- Support the organization’s mission, vision, strategic plan and anti-racism goals by participating in activities and professional development opportunities.
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- Participate in staff meetings, workgroups, or taskforces to assist with achieving the organization’s goals
- Assist CCA with implementing the organization's strategic plans by embedding the goals into the everyday work
- Participate in professional development activities to strengthen your understanding and skills around diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism
Qualifications
Required
- An associate’s degree with 2 years of experience working with adult learners and/or academic counseling
- Bilingual in Spanish/English
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Excellent data entry skills
- Ability to assume responsibility for the completion of assignments
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google programs
- Independent worker/comfortable working with staff in remote locations
- Demonstrated intercultural competency skills and experience working cross-culturally, with a commitment to incorporating the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion into your work.
Preferred
- A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or related human services field
- Ability to address groups of people/make presentations
- Experience in the child care profession
Working Conditions
- Full-time, non-exempt, permanent position
- Flexible scheduling, with occasional non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends
- Family-friendly work culture
- Hybrid work arrangement that blends working virtually and onsite
- May require sitting or stationary position for extended periods of time
- Occasional travel
Compensation - $43,617-$54,850 annually depending on qualifications plus up to an additional $2,000/year for lifestyle expenses
Competitive Benefits Package
Medical and Dental Insurance
- Medical insurance is available through Medica and dental insurance is available through Health Partners for single or family coverage.
- CCA covers 70-80% of medical and dental insurance coverage.
- A health care flexible spending accounts
- Vision insurance is available through Sun Life
Disability Leave
- Long-term disability and Short-Term Disability coverage
Paid Time Off
- Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 10 to 30 days per year
- 12 scheduled holidays
- 3 Personal Days
- 12 sick days per year
- Up to three weeks of 100% paid parental leave that can be used in addition to sick hours accrued
Retirement Benefits
- 401k employer match up to 5%
Employee Well-being
- Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
- Wellness Hours: 2 hours per week of paid time off for wellness
- Flexible spending account for dependent care
- Flexible work schedule and hybrid work environment
Career development
- Professional development opportunities with additional funds for career development
- Qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
People of the global majority and American Indians encouraged to apply – EOE
Interested applicants should Apply Here through our hiring portal by April 25, 2025.
Child Care Aware of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status. We encourage interested applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Child Care Aware of Minnesota is a statewide early childhood leader driving change through partnerships to build an equitable, high-quality early care and education system that meets the needs of Minnesota’s families and children. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, offering competitive benefits, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for long-term professional growth. We are looking for team members who are passionate, adaptable, and interested in high-impact work that influences systems statewide. Embedding equity in organizational practices is a core value, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring, promotion, and workplace culture.
Position Description
The Professional Development Advisor is a part of the Quality Improvement and Professional Development team. This role will provide professional development, advising, and technical assistance to programs and individuals in the Accelerated and Expedited Pathways for Parent Aware. This full-time position reports to the Director of Quality Improvement.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide technical assistance to Accelerated and Expedited Pathway programs and utilize the Develop Data system to maintain accurate records.
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- Use the Develop Data system to execute the daily functions of Professional Development Advising and technical assistance for Accelerated and Expedited grants, ensuring participants’ data is up to date, private, protected, and secure.
- Utilize various methods such as phone, email, virtual meetings, in-person (as allowable), and webinars to provide technical assistance to support programs in their development. This includes goal setting and uploading of grant spending documentation in Develop.
- Accurately document interactions or support to programs by entering Relationship-Based Professional Development (RBPD) events in Develop database.
- Review program goals and complete verification process for spending in the Develop database.
- Using the Knowledge and Competency Framework to support educators in creating a training plan to meet Parent Aware requirements.
- Maintain an awareness of relevant, emerging strategies and trends to stay current on the Quality Rating and Improvement System work and Relationship-Based Professional Development best practices and provide accurate technical assistance.
2. Work collaboratively with the Quality Improvement and Professional Development teams to advise and provide technical assistance to Accelerated and Expedited Pathways participants.
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- Partner with the Quality Improvement Coordinator to ensure seamless support for programs and providers in the Accelerated and Expedited Pathways.
- Partner with the Professional Development team to ensure that processes and protocols are implemented with integrity.
- Represent CCAoMN and the Quality Improvement and Professional Development teams at statewide and organizational meetings as appropriate.
3. Facilitate career planning discussions with program leaders, individual teachers, and providers to help them create a professional development plan utilizing the Child Care Aware of MN Professional Development Touchpoints with actionable steps.
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- Provide information on the MNCDA, the MNITCDA, TEACH scholarships, RETAIN bonuses, Higher Education degree programs, and Achieve
- Provide information on English classes for English Language Learner providers and those seeking options for completing a high school diploma or GED.
4. Provide input on innovative strategies to support programs and individuals’ professional development.
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- Provide confirmation email to eligible Accelerated and Expedited Pathway grant programs.
- Conduct informational webinars as needed.
- Collaborate with Quality Improvement Coordinator and local grant administrator to complete spending processes.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated intercultural competency skills and experience working cross-culturally, with a commitment to being anti-racist and a commitment to incorporating principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into your work
- Associate’s degree in early childhood or related field with experience coaching and training adults
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Able to work in a rapidly changing environment with demanding deadlines
- Independent worker/comfortable working with staff in remote locations
- Flexibility with the evolving changes and needs of the Child Care Aware of Minnesota system and the work
- Understanding of, and experience using, data systems
Working Conditions
- Full-time, exempt
- Flexible scheduling, with occasional non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends
- Family-friendly work culture
- Hybrid work arrangement that blends working virtually and onsite
- May require sitting or a stationary position for extended periods
- Occasional travel
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range - $33,280 – $39,104 annually, plus an additional $2,000 a year for lifestyle expenses
- Competitive benefit package:
- Medical and dental insurance
- Medical and dental insurance for single or family coverage; CCA covers 70-80% of the cost
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Vision Insurance
- Medical and dental insurance
- Disability Leave
- Long-term disability and short-term disability coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 10 to 30 days per year
- 12 scheduled holidays
- 3 Personal Days
- 12 sick days per year
- Paid parental leave
- Retirement benefits
- 401 (k) employer match up to 5%
- Employee well-being
- Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
- Wellness Hours: 2 hours per week of paid time off for wellness
- Flexible spending account for dependent care
- Flexible work schedule and hybrid work environment
- Career development
- Professional development opportunities with additional funds for career development
- Qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
People of the global majority and American Indians are encouraged to apply – EOE
Interested applicants should Apply Here through our hiring portal by May 2, 2025.
Child Care Aware of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. We encourage interested applicants from all backgrounds to apply.