Guy Fenter Educational Services Cooperative

Early Childhood Specialist

Full-Time | Grant-Funded Position          

Employment Status: Full-Time, 240 days, $70,380.00

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Specialist supports the implementation of and continuous improvement of high-quality early childhood practices across the GFESC Local Lead catchment area. The EC Specialists will provide direct support to early childhood providers by coordinating and conducting CLASS® observations, supporting educator growth, and strengthening adult–child interactions through coaching, needs-based foundational training, and data analysis. This position plays a critical role in building sustainable educator capacity and improving classroom quality. The role blends technical expertise, instructional coaching, data analysis, and relationship-based support.

Essential Responsibilities

Professional Development

  • Plan, coordinate, and deliver evidence-based professional development for early childhood educators.

  • Adapt professional development content to meet the needs of diverse learners and program settings.

  • Support implementation of curriculum, assessment tools, and best practices aligned with state and organization standards.

  • Model effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.

  • Collaborate with teachers to set goals, develop action plans, and monitor progress.

Classroom Observations & Assessment

  • Assist in coordinating CLASS® observations across the catchment area aligned with ADE timelines.

  • Conduct observations with fidelity

  • Analyze observation data to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

  • Ensure accurate data records and entry into myTeachstone

Data Use & Continuous Improvement

  • Collect and analyze data trends across programs

  • Collaborate with the Local Leads Team and community stakeholders to identify regional improvement priorities

  • Translate data into actionable strategies for educators

Collaboration & Communication

  • Build strong, trusting relationships with early childhood providers, directors, and community partners

  • Participate in team meeting, planning sessions, and cross-agency collaboration

  • Support alignment of efforts across Local Leads initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)

  • Experience in early childhood classrooms and instructional coaching

  • Knowledge of early childhood developmentally appropriate best practices, curriculum, and assessment tools

  • Strong facilitation, coaching, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to travel and flexible hours as needed

  • CLASS 2nd Edition Infant/Toddler & PreK Observer Certifications (Measurement Training preferred)

Interested Applicants
Send Resume to: Elizabeth Churchman: elizabeth.churchman@wscstarfish.com
Applicant Review will begin April 30, 2026. Open until filled