Job Description

Position InformationPosition InformationWorking Title Early Childhood Implementation Facilitator (Two Positions)
Department NE Ctr Research on Youth, Fam & School-4425
Requisition Number S_240500
Posting Open Date 06/05/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/02/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of WorkEarly Childhood Implementation Facilitators will serve as members of Nebraska\'s Multi-tiered System of Support (NeMTSS) regional support teams. The Early Childhood NeMTSS Implementation Facilitators support educational leadership teams in a variety of settings (e.g., childcare programs, school districts, Head Start programs, and state and local agencies/organizations within the region), to implement systems-level frameworks (e.g., Pyramid Model), to ensure that a comprehensive array of early childhood supports are implemented. Additionally, the role entails helping leadership teams establish coaching programs to enhance social-emotional development. The responsibilities extend to offering consultation, training, and technical support, as well as ensuring fidelity to established practices within the assigned region. The Early Childhood Implementation Facilitators play a key role in promoting positive outcomes for Nebraska children, families, and programs. Positions are in Region 4 and 5 (see regional map ).The College of Education and Human Sciences respects people, ideas, voices, and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our ability to problem solve and build more equitable and inclusive solutions for complex challenges.The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees\' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See .
Minimum Required QualificationsBachelor\'s degree in Education, psychology, child development or related field plus five (5) years of experience working in a school district and/or working with educators and families and 3 years working with young children (birth to age 5). Work history will show the ideal candidate has independent problem-solving skills, communication skills, ability to use word-processing, database, and presentation software, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, ability to keep accurate records, knowledge of Nebraska school systems, excellent customer/client service skills and is detail-oriented and highly organized.Must have a valid driver\'s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred QualificationsMaster\'s degree/Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education, Family & Consumer Science, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or related field. Successful completion of NDE Early Childhood Coach training and Pyramid Coach training. Experience implementing the Pyramid Model in early care and education settings. Experience and/or education in adult learning. Coaching experience. Experience delivering training/professional development to educators is preferred. Knowledge and experience in Reflective Practice. Knowledge of program quality rating scales and child outcome data, i.e. Teaching Strategies GOLD.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $55,000/yr. minimum
How to ApplyClick on \xe2\x80\x9cApply for this Job\xe2\x80\x9d. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contactAmanda Witte
awitte2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Central & Western NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date: As soon as possible
Appointment End DateSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Required DocumentsRequired Documents * Cover Letter

• Resume
• List of References

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