[Hiring] Technical Assistance Manager @Shine Early Learning

Role Description

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for growth, innovation, and transforming the landscape of early childhood education? Shine Early Learning is looking for a dynamic Technical Assistance Manager (Western Region) to drive our mission to eliminate the gaps between young children’s potential and their success in school and life.

The Technical Assistance (TA) Manager is responsible for supervising a team of specialists to ensure that Technical Assistance is provided with quality and fidelity. SPARK Montana is the state’s regulatory and quality TA services vendor and provides a wide range of services that support child care providers.

• Implement support services designed to build innovative and cost-efficient provider practices to improve child care program outcomes.
• Service areas include:
  • Technical assistance and training
  • Communication and collaboration with stakeholders
  • Effectively tracking and documenting technical assistance activities
  • Ensuring compliance with the state’s commitment to Tribal Collaboration
  • Supporting criminal background checks
  • Supporting emergency preparedness
  • Using data for reporting, management, and continuous improvement
• Project Goals include:
  • Expanding child care capacity
  • Retention of child care business
  • Growth of Quality Programs
  • Provider education
  • Decreased deficiencies and licensing violations

*This position will serve the following counties - Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Mineral, Missoula, Ravalli, Sanders, Beaverhead, Broadwater, Deer Lodge, Gallatin, Granite, Jefferson, Lewis and Clark, Madison, Meagher, Park, Powell and Silver Bow*

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development or related field preferred. Other combinations of education and related experience may also be considered.
• 5 years experience in child care required, experience in Montana strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of center-based leadership experience and/or 2+ years of technical assistance experience required.
• Experience teaching or providing technical assistance in an ECE classroom/program setting required.
• Experience working with a variety of ECE program types, including both family and group child care settings.
• Experience developing, implementing, and/or participating in Licensing Support plans or Quality Improvement Action Plans.
• Level 6 or above in the Montana Career Path, PPS III, and completion of all required state trainings and certifications.
• Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
• Travel required locally or long-distance up to 25% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Montana residency required.

Requirements

• Provide continual professional development for each TA Specialist and Content Specialists on the team at a regular frequency, including on-site, in-program support.
• Use data to inform and improve individual and team performance.
• Develop and manage TA Specialists and Content Specialists who deliver customized support to providers.
• Build an effective team capable of delivering high-quality support and collaborating effectively.
• Collaborate with the Project Director and Deputy Director to recruit, hire, and onboard TA Specialists and Content Specialists.
• Collaborate with the Project Director and Deputy Director to develop protocols and procedures for technical assistance practices.
• Participate in assigned meetings, events, and training as required.

Benefits

• A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families.
• A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-being.
• Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400/individuals & $800/family annually
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% company match
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
  • Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support
  • Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
  • Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks