Child Care Services Specialist - Head Start
By Polk County Public Schools At , Lakeland
Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements
The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.
Child Care Services Specialist - Head Start
Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement:
This position exists to perform responsible and specialized work in the supervision of Child Care Services.
Essential Functions of this Job

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential? We are looking for a Child Care Partner Specialist to join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families!

Overview A Child Care Partner Specialist is a professional who works with families and children to provide support and resources to ensure the best possible care for the children. They work with families to identify and address any issues that may be impacting the child’s care, and to provide resources and support to ensure the best possible care for the child. Detailed Job Description A Child Care Partner Specialist is responsible for providing support and resources to families and children in order to ensure the best possible care for the children. They work with families to identify and address any issues that may be impacting the child’s care, and to provide resources and support to ensure the best possible care for the child. They also provide information and resources to families about child care options, and work with families to ensure that the child is receiving the best possible care. Job Skills Required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Knowledge of child development and parenting
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to problem solve and think critically
• Ability to work with families in crisis
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field
• Experience working with children and families
• Knowledge of child development and parenting
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to problem solve and think critically
• Ability to work with families in crisis
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of child development and parenting
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Knowledge of child care regulations and standards
• Knowledge of family dynamics and dynamics of child care
• Knowledge of child safety and health
Job Experience
• Experience working with children and families
• Experience providing support and resources to families
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience working with families in crisis
Job Responsibilities
• Provide support and resources to families and children to ensure the best possible care for the children
• Identify and address any issues that may be impacting the child’s care
• Provide information and resources to families about child care options
• Work with families to ensure that the child is receiving the best possible care
• Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the child and family