Job Function:
The Learning Community Coordinator is responsible for providing technical assistance and support to students in the Minnesota Child Development Associate (MNCDA) and Minnesota Child Development Associate Infant/Toddler (MNCDA-IT) Learning Communities. This position will partner with the Workforce Advising Coordinator at the Coordinating Office, as well as district Plan and Advise Staff at the local level.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver opening CDA orientation to students with Workforce Coordinator
• Partner with Plan Staff to ensure that all students are registered for courses and current with payment. Plan Staff will provide the Learning Community Coordinator with a roster of currently enrolled students and ongoing attendance information.
• Partner with Professional Development Advisors to ensure continuous advising and support after the cohort
• Student and Instructor support on portfolio or CDA communications for each course
• Provide guidance and assistance to students writing their portfolio philosophy statements and delivering family questionnaires
• Provide support with final CDA Application steps as needed, including the CDA application scholarship
• Share information regarding the CDA Scholarships Application after CDA is received

Qualifications:

• 2-year degree in the field of Child Development or related field of study and experience
• Experience coaching, advising, or mentoring early childhood educators
• Familiarity with the CDA
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of or experience with cultural diversity issues and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups

Working Conditions:

• Occasional travel
• Frequent email and phone communication
• This position reports to the Workforce Advising Coordinator

Compensation and benefits:

• This is a contracted position. The Learning Community Coordinator will be paid $100 per student supported in the learning community
• People of color encouraged are to apply. EOE

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Kylie Cooper at kyliec@childcareawaremn.org by August 20, 2018.