School Network Staff Educational Specialist – EHS – Family Child Care
Job Description
University Settlement is one of New York City’s most dynamic social justice organizations, with a proud legacy as the nation’s first settlement house. For over 135 years, we’ve empowered low-income and immigrant communities through innovative programs in early childhood education, youth development, eviction prevention, arts, older adult services, and mental health. Each year, we serve more than 40,000 New Yorkers across 30 sites in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to strengthen communities by providing comprehensive services, anticipating future needs, and advocating for justice.
About the Role
We are seeking a Family Child Care Specialist to join our Early Head Start team. This unique program combines Early Head Start and Family Child Care services to provide full-day, home-based childcare and family support for low-income families with children under age four.
As a Family Child Care Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting and coaching Family Child Care Providers to deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate care for infants and toddlers.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement curriculum for home-based Family Child Care programs.
- Coach providers on lesson planning, addressing mixed-age groups, special needs, and behavior management.
- Conduct enhanced home visits to Family Child Care Providers serving Early Head Start children.
- Provide on-site training on child development, curriculum planning, daily routines, and space design.
- Support providers in completing developmental assessments and maintaining child observations in My Teaching Strategies.
- Assist with family recruitment and parent workshops.
- Maintain accurate documentation of visits and child development activities.
- Offer technical support to childcare providers.
- Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: BA in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
- Experience: At least 1 year of classroom experience and/or curriculum development for infants and toddlers.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of child development (birth to age 3), excellent communication and writing skills.
- Language: Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Make a lasting impact on families and children in NYC.
- Be part of a mission-driven organization with a 135-year legacy.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us build stronger communities!
Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, 35 hours per week
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to our organization. We are an equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
