Family Child Care Coach (Northeastern Arkansas)

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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Closing Date:06/17/2026Type of Position:Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationWorkstudy Position:NoJob Type:Temporary (Fixed Term)Work Shift:Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department:Family Childcare NetworkDepartment's Website:Summary of Job Duties:The Early Care and Education Projects (ECEP) Family Child Care Coach will support ECEP in fulfilling its mission to educate, connect, and equip early childhood professionals by advancing the work of the Family Child Care Network (FCCN). This position provides relationship-based support, including training, technical assistance, and coaching, to family child care providers in an assigned region of Arkansas, while contributing to statewide network efforts as needed.Regular and reliable attendance is expected, as is the ability to build and maintain collegial working relationships. This is a one-year appointment, renewable based on the need for the position, funding availability, and satisfactory performance. This position is a remote position serving the following counties in Northeast Arkansas: Craighead, Mississippi, Poinsett, Cross, Crittenden, Jackson, Woodruff, Independence, Lawrence, Greene, Clay, Randolph, Sharp, Izard, Fulton, and Stone.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:CDA credential or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher educationAt least three years of experience providing direct services to children and families within the child care communityAt least three years of experience in early childhood programs, with knowledge of state licensing regulations and quality improvement systems preferred. Experience with technology and Microsoft Office ApplicationsPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's or master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher educationAt least three years of experience with family child care homes and applicable licensing regulationsKnowledge of adult learning principles and effective coaching practices, and experience coaching, mentoring, or supporting early childhood educatorsAbility to collect data and information to meet reporting requirementsFamiliarity with ECEP and its missionKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Knowledge of child development and family child care home operations, including program quality and business practicesKnowledge of Arkansas Family Child Care Minimum Licensing RegulationsSkill in delivering training, technical assistance, and job-embedded coachingSkill with Microsoft Office applications, databases, and technology supports for business and program improvementAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with providers, partners, and team membersAbility to communicate clearly in written and verbal formatsAbility to collect, manage, and report data to meet program requirementsAbility to work independently and manage time and responsibilities effectivelyAbility to travel and work occasional evenings and weekendsAdditional Information:Salary Information:$27.00 per hourRequired Documents to Apply:Cover Letter/Letter of Applicati