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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, 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 Workforce Education Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing professional development advising for the Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™ and higher education options for the Minnesota early childhood workforce. This position reports to the Director of Workforce and Professional Development and works closely with the Professional Development Systems Coordinator and the Empower to Educate Team.
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Provide CDA consultation, technical assistance, and support to statewide
- Support Professional Development staff on advising around the Child Development Associate (CDA)/Higher Ed and additional workforce pathways
- Implement a model for advising early childhood educators
- Provide Advisors training and technical assistance to increase their knowledge of the CDA process including but not limited to: CDA course options, portfolio development, exam and observation procedures, CDA renewals, and CDA financial supports
- Identify needs in workforce development and actively problem-solve
- Provide guidance to center directors and educators in supporting individuals’ understanding of the CDA and Higher Ed options in obtaining professional growth
- Provide clarity in the systems coordination between Financial Supports, Higher Ed, CDA, and state regulations
2. Provide advising on credentials, higher education, and career options.
- Offer support to educators joining the field, this may include phone calls, emails, and webinars, group facilitation, and one-on-one advising
- Collaborate with the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Children Youth and Families to create and implement CDA initiatives
- Collaborate with the state agencies, community-based organizations, and institutions of Higher Education to promote career and credentials pathways in child development and early childhood education, especially those serving underserved and underrepresented communities
- Utilize available data to make improvements to the program services and support candidates' changing needs
- Maintain a partnership with the Council for Professional Recognition
- Provide advising support to potential MNCDA and Spanish MNCDA participants
- Work closely with Institutes of Higher Education in relation to CDA articulation
- Refer programs who offer non-approved CDA coursework to Achieve-MNCPD for support getting trainings approved in the Develop system
3. Coordinate Minnesota Child Development Associate (MNCDA) and Spanish MNCDA recruitment and retention of participants, coordinate MNCDA/SPMNCDA resource allocation.
- Coordinate MNCDA and SPMNCDA module recruitment, contract MNCDA Consultants, and collaborate on marketing strategies for future registrations with internal teams
- Assist with registrations and maintain waiting lists for modules in both English and Spanish
- Collaborate with programs that pay for participant registration costs throughout the state to provide access to educators
- Coordinate resource allocation for educators such as CDA Competency Standards books, portfolio organizers, flashcards, and consultants
- Coordinate and lead meetings for MNCDA Consultants, advisors, and other interested parties as needed
4. Support the organization’s mission, vision, strategic plan and anti-racism goals by participating in activities and professional development opportunities.
- Participate in staff meetings, workgroups, or task forces to assist with achieving the organization’s goals
- Assist CCA with implementing the organization's strategic plans by embedding the goals into everyday work
- Participate in professional development activities to strengthen your understanding and skills around diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in child development or related field and related experience
- Knowledge of, or experience with cultural diversity issues and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups
- Demonstrated ability to be inclusive of and honor existing care and education professionals across settings, that respect and understand the background cultures and languages of the system
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in educational advising
- Strong knowledge of the CDA and Higher Ed
- Ability to engage, learn, and develop diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism skills and principles into your work
- Currently be a Develop approved trainer and course writer, or hold the credentials to become approved
- Currently an RBPD Specialist or willing to become certified
Working Conditions
- Full-time, exempt
- Flexible scheduling
- 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
$47,617-$51,251 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
- A health care flexible spending accounts
- Vision insurance is available through Sun Life
Disability Leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage through Sun Life
- CCA covers 100% of the coverage
Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D):
- Coverage is guaranteed up to $50,000 and available through Sun Life
- CCA covers 100% of the 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 matches up to 5%
- Available after 6 months of employment
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 accounts for dependent care
- Flexible work schedule and a 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 August 21, 2026.
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 Overview
The Empower to Educate Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the day-to-day operations of the Empower to Educate (E2E) initiative and the Empower to Educate Mentorship Program. This position provides administrative, operational, and programmatic support to a statewide team of Workforce Advisors, helping ensure participants receive high-quality career advising, workforce development resources, financial support, and mentorship opportunities. The coordinator collaborates with internal and external partners to support program implementation and continuous improvement while advancing Child Care Aware of Minnesota's commitment to equity, inclusion, and an accessible early childhood workforce.
Essential Functions
Advisor Support & Program Coordination
- Provide ongoing operational and administrative support to Workforce Advisors and Dual-Role Advisors across Child Care Aware of Minnesota's district offices and MNTRECC
- Co-facilitate the virtual five-part onboarding orientation for newly hired Workforce Advisors in partnership with the Empower to Educate Manager.
- Schedule and facilitate monthly individual Advisor check-ins in collaboration with the Professional Development
- Serve as the point of contact for Salesforce; manage advisor accounts, customize fields, and maintain overall data cleanliness
- Track E2E data and run custom Salesforce reports to track key performance indicators for internal strategy and reporting
- Optimize basic workflow, edit templates, and ongoing administration of Salesforce to streamline participation and program success
- Co-facilitate monthly Statewide Advisor Team meetings in partnership with the Professional Development
- Serves as the internal help desk for advisors on the salesforce data entry protocols
- Apply equity and inclusion practices to ensure Advisors have the information, tools, and resources needed to effectively support program participants
- Provide additional program and operational support to Advisors as
Mentorship Program Coordination
- Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Empower to Educate Mentorship Program to expand program participation and impact.
- Develop and implement outreach and recruitment strategies to engage prospective mentors and
- Schedule and conduct onboarding screenings for prospective Empower to Educate
- Coordinate and facilitate virtual Mentorship Program orientations as
- Schedule and facilitate bi-monthly Mentor Community Check-In
- Coordinate the six-month mentor and mentee matching and pairing
- Provide ongoing guidance, support, and problem-solving assistance to mentors throughout the mentorship
Organizational Engagement
- Support the organization's mission, vision, strategic plan, and anti-racism commitments through daily work and participation in organizational initiatives.
- Participate in staff meetings, workgroups, committees, and task forces as
- Integrate organizational strategic priorities into daily responsibilities and decision-
- Participate in professional development opportunities that strengthen knowledge and skills related to diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and professional growth.
- Participate in staff meetings, committees, workgroups, and professional development activities in support of the organization's mission and strategic goals and anti-racism goals.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Social Work, Education, or a related field that meets the qualifications to receive a Step 10A on the Minnesota Career Lattice.
Experience
- Knowledge of early childhood education and the early childhood education and childcare workforce in
- Strong data literacy with the ability to translate database metrics into simple, actionable insights for non-technical team members
- Knowledge of career development and continuing education opportunities in Minnesota, including higher education systems, the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, educational pathways for English Language Learners (ELL), and options for completing a high school diploma or GED.
- Demonstrated intercultural competency skills and experience working cross-culturally, with a commitment to anti-racism and incorporating the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into daily work.
- Passion for the nonprofit and a commitment to data-driven community impact
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience coordinating workforce development, career advising, or education
- Experience supporting mentorship, coaching, or professional development
- Experience working within Minnesota's early childhood education or childcare
- Experience collecting, maintaining, and reporting program
- Experience of collaborating with community organizations and cross-functional
Work Conditions
- Hours per week: 40 hours per week, 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 of time
- Occasional travel
Compensation
$47,617-$51,251 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
- A health care flexible spending account
- Vision insurance is available through Sun Life
Disability Leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage through Sun Life
- CCA covers 100% of the coverage
Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D):
- Coverage is guaranteed up to $50,000 and available through Sun Life
- CCA covers 100% of the 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 matches up to 5%
- Available after 6 months of employment
Employee Well-being
- Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, ridesharebenefits, etc.
- Wellness Hours – 2 hours per week of paid time off for wellness
- Flexible spending accounts for dependent care
- Flexible work schedule and a 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
Interested applicants should apply through our hiring portal by August 21, 2026. People of the global majority and American Indians are encouraged to apply – EOE.
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.
This job description is intended to describe the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of every duty that may be assigned. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.