EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC)

EDC is one of the world's leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements, and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives.

EDC's approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC's commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives.

The Early Childhood Portfolio in EDC's US Division has an opening for a Senior Training & Technical Assistance Associate, for the National Center on Afterschool and Summer Enrichment(NCASE).

Funded by the Office of Child Care,NCASE provides training and technical assistance to state, territory, and Tribal Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) lead agencies and their designated networks, which include the statewide afterschool networks, State Education Agencies,provider associations, and Child Care Resource and Referral agencies. The goal of NCASE is to ensure that school-age children in working families of low income have increased access to high-quality afterschool and summer learning experiences that contribute to their overall development and academic achievement.

NCASE is seeking an expert in the field of out-of-school time (OST) and school-age care to join our team who can: support training and technical assistance, contribute to resource development, track state and national school-age child care policies and initiatives,and facilitate virtual and in-person workshops, meetings, and conference sessions.

The Senior Training and Technical Assistance Associate works collaboratively as a member of the NCASE Training and Technical Assistance team to develop and provide training and technical assistance, contribute to resource development, track state and national school-age child care policies and initiatives,and facilitate virtual and in-person workshops, meetings, and conference sessions. This role will contribute to the organization's intellectual capital, developing name recognition as a leader in the field, and taking on assignments that have high visibility and large potential new business impact.

You will:

• Buildknowledge and capacity of organizations and staff
• Advise, consultand collaboratewith senior management and project staff to provide information on new concepts associated with expanding existing products &/or programs
• Guide feedback exchanges; provideexpertise to others
• Expandcontacts and strengthenclient relations; developbusiness and professional relationships by communicating technical information to professional or civic communities, government agencies, "stakeholders" or institutions
• Troubleshootcomplex problems and coordinatesolutions
• May provide administrative supervision or direction to junior staff
• Co-designand implementtechnical assistance offerings, including peer learning opportunities, individualized technical assistance, webinars, conferences, and funder-sponsored events
• Travel to related conferences and events

The ideal candidate is a recognized leader who brings deep knowledge and expertise in national and state supports for OST. Applicants should have direct experience and knowledge of quality afterschool and summer programs; experience in training, technical assistance, and coaching for both practitioners and system leaders; understanding and knowledge of state child care and education systems - including quality and licensing systems - and how to support coordination and collaboration; and general education and child care policy knowledge.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Psychology or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills & Experience:

• 15 Years experience in OST practice and policy
• Proven expertise in online facilitation of peer learning, training, consulting, and state systems building
• Solid experience working with computer applications, including the MS Office 365 Suite, Sharepoint, project management tools, Zoom, interactive e-learning tools, and in conducting Internet research
• Experience working in or with state government agencies

Preferred Education, Skills & Experience:

• Master's degree in Education or Psychology with 10 years experience in OST practice and policy
• Knowledge of state implementation of the Child Care and Development Fund

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups find themselves meeting many of the criteria of a job posting, yet doubting if they should apply. At EDC, we value and strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Equity and excellence are inseparable. If you meet some of the preferred requirements but not all of them, and feel aligned with our vision and mission, we encourage you to apply.

Total Rewards:

EDC offers the following comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation benefits for full- and part-time employees
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition and transportation reimbursement
• Robust retirement plan with TIAA/CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association/College Retirement Equities Fund)
• Paid sick time and up to 16 hours of personal time annually
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $76,000 to $93,000. Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailingLiz Christensenor by calling her at 800-225-4276 or 617-618-2329.