Part Time, 15-24 hours per week (based on number of assigned classrooms, approximately 36 weeks per year on a school schedule) The Social Emotional Specialist works as part of a team to plan and organize all activities related to delivering the curriculum, "Al's Pals: Kids Making Healthy Choices" to preschool classrooms participating in the STAR Kids Program. The Social Emotional Specialist will lead lessons independently in accordance with the curriculum to assigned preschool classrooms, partner with classroom teachers to integrate concepts from the curriculum into the classroom routine, and participate in community engagement activities as appropriate. This position requires regular travel to Charlottesville, Albemarle, Nelson, Louisa, and/or Fluvanna County multiple days per week. Morning hours required, late August through early June annually. Program operates on a school year calendar. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Experience working directly with young children in a group setting, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with equivalent experience. Ability to express and transmit ideas and knowledge clearly. Ability to work effectively as a team player within and outside of agency. Ability to evaluate own performance, capabilities, limitations and biases with reasonable self-reflection. Current and valid driver's license and maintain at all times an automobile insurance policy. It is suggested that the employee carries at least the minimum limits of liability of $300,000 combined single limit or $100/300/100 split limits ($100,000 per occurrence, $300,000 per accident for bodily injury, $100,000 per accident for property damage). COMPENSATION/BENEFITS Starting at $19.96/hour Paid holidays Open until filled. ReadyKids is seeking a diverse pool of applicants; all are encouraged to apply. Email cover letter and CV/resume to Shannon Banks at ReadyKids is a drug-free workplace. EOE/ADA/AA. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Human Service Knowledge and Abilities Keep informed of the developments in the field of early childhood education and in related professional disciplines. Assessment/Case Planning/Service Provision Deliver lessons as required by the program curriculum to assigned preschool classrooms each school year. Maintain open lines of communication with all program staff to ensure program needs are met. Reporting/Documentation/Evaluation Participate in agency data collection and analysis, specifically Performance Measurement System. Maintain up-to-date records on program participants and activities according to program requirements. Enter all data into the database on a weekly basis. Supervision Meet regularly with Supervisor to most effectively plan and guide service delivery. Work independently to provide services and use sound judgment but keep supervisor up to date on service delivery and any potential problems. Community Collaboration and Training Collaborate and work cooperatively with classroom teaching staff. Apply training information appropriately as evidenced in supervision and through interactions with participating classrooms. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Examine self, program, and agency through an equity lens to identify potential bias and adapt activities to meet the needs of a diverse group of participants, donors, and/or community partners. CORE COMPETENCIES All ReadyKids Employees will… Put People First Recognize each person's uniqueness and strengths. Intentionally create spaces that allow each person to be their full, authentic selves. Recognize that one way does not work for everyone and stay adaptable in our approach and thinking. Maintain flexibility in order to change when things change. Actively monitor your wellness and seek out supports that prevent sustained stress and burn-out. Protect the privacy and confidentiality of participants, colleagues, and donors. Be respectful in all verbal and written communication to include but not limited to being polite, courteous, using an appropriate volume and having an approachable attitude. Support Each Other Actively nurture relationships with each other (staff, participants, and community partners) through genuinely engaging in shared activities and experiences, maintaining open lines of communication, taking initiative to build and sustain relationships, and providing mutual support to others. Support each other in ways that encourage each person to be their best. Share your thoughts and feelings directly and respectfully, remembering that others have thoughts and feelings, too. Work collaboratively with others and do your part to ensure the health and well-being of the entire organization. Participate in scheduled agency and other team meetings to build connections and share information. Listen Stay open and curious and listen with empathy to better understand others' perspectives and experiences. Create space for all voices, especially those who have been historically marginalized, to be heard and acknowledged. Actively participate in decision-making processes when opportunities are available to inform agency and program decisions. Be proactive; receive input and seek solutions that balance the needs of the individual, program, agency, and community. Learn Engage in professional development and supervision to seek guidance, expand knowledge, develop use of best practices, and grow professionally. Stay open to new ideas and offer suggestions for new ways of doing things. Present solutions along with problems with the goal of getting to yes. Initiate brave conversations to find ways to learn and grow together. Utilize evidence-based and best practice models and strategies to provide the best opportunity for success. Reflect, give, and receive feedback on individual, program and agency results for continuous learning and quality improvement. Seek and utilize all available sources of data to inform decision-making in completion of job duties. Are Accountable Fully embrace our mission and vision and actively contribute to their accomplishment. Maintain passion and commitment to the agency's work and serve as an ambassador to engage the community in our efforts. Treat people with care and show respect for individual, cultural and ethnic differences. Foster inclusivity and belonging for every person. Maintain the highest integrity in all aspects of agency and program operations and duties. Set appropriate priorities, make progress toward performance-based goals, and achieve results as an individual, program, and agency. 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