Child Development Specialist (Family Discovery Center)

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Description

The Family Discovery Center (Rockville) is a free, multi-generational family literacy and child development education program for families with children up to age four.

General Summary:  

• Oversees all aspects of the Child Development Program to address the specific developmental needs of the child and promote school readiness. 
• Supervises Child Development Program Staff and implements policies and procedures to ensure quality systems are in place in accordance with state regulations, quality standards and grant requirements.  
• Work hours may include some evening hours to accommodate programming schedule. 

Required:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood education, child development or related field.  Must have minimum of one year supervisory experience.
• Must have experience working with young children from birth to age three and demonstrate a sound knowledge of good teaching practices and child development.
• Must demonstrate a commitment and ability to serve a diverse community including low-income, English language learners, and children with special needs or challenging behaviors. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
• Must have ability to get up and down off the floor and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be computer proficient

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