Early Education Consultant Req number: R2192 Employment type: Part time Worksite flexibility: Remote Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Early Education Consultant to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of early childhood education, program quality standards, and data systems used in educational settings. This position will be part-time and remote. Job Description Job Profile Summary We are seeking an experienced Early Education Consultant to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of early childhood education, program quality standards, and data systems used in educational settings. What You'll Do * Provide expert knowledge on early childhood education, including program development, pedagogical approaches, and quality improvement practices * Collaborate with the proposal team to align system functionalities with the requirements of the RFP and the needs of the end-users * Contribute to the development of a comprehensive proposal that addresses all functional, technical, and administrative requirements of the RFP * Advise on the integration of current educational standards, licensing requirements, and professional development frameworks into the system design * Participate in stakeholder meetings, offering insights and recommendations to ensure the system's relevance and effectiveness * Assist in identifying potential risks and providing mitigation strategies related to early childhood program implementation and data management * Support the project team in the system rollout, including user training, feedback collection, and system enhancements post-deployment * Serve as the liaison between the technical team and educational stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment of objectives What You'll Need Required: * Advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field * Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with a focus on program development and quality improvement * Familiarity with educational data systems, reporting, and analysis * Knowledge of state and federal regulations impacting early childhood education, including FERPA, COPPA, and others * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex educational needs into system requirements * Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams * Commitment to staying updated on the latest trends, research, and best practices in early childhood education Physical Demands * Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards * Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc. * Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitors Reasonable Accommodation Statement If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 - 8111. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement It is the policy of CAI not to discriminate against any employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital statuApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjExNjk4LjEwNTA4QGNhaWlvY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20