Class Specialist (Austin, Tx)

Our partner is seeking a CLASS Specialist in Austin, TX, to support CLASS-based professional development and training services for educational programs serving Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers.
Responsibilities:
Train and provide ongoing support to participants and clients delivering programs.
Deliver and contribute to observer support programs/services (e.G., reliability support, calibration, double coding).
Collaborate with other CLASS Specialists to ensure quality service implementation.
Guide and collaborate with clients on multi-layered contracts.
Build relationships with leaders to foster high-quality interactions.
Support planning and coordinate service implementation.
Enter and maintain data reflecting provided services.
Collaborate across departments for seamless service implementation.
Contribute to program materials development and revision to meet client needs.
Achieve and maintain certification and reliability for assigned CLASS tool age levels.
Serve as a subject-matter expert for internal teams.
Perform other duties as needed to support the organization.
Requirements
Certified CLASS Observer.
Master's degree (or higher) in education or related field.
3+ years of professional experience in education.
Experience in providing professional development and support to education professionals.
Knowledge of current trends in early childhood education research and practice.
Team player with problem-solving abilities and creativity in responding to challenges.
Ability to provide both directive and supportive feedback.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proven training, coaching, and facilitation skills.
Proficiency in technology use, including Google Suites, Canvas, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other Microsoft Programs.
Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time, including nights and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K classrooms.
Knowledge of child development and best practices in Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K classrooms.
Experience working on military bases.
CLASS Observer certification in Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K tools.
Benefits
Our partner is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. They provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures.