Child Development and Education Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Administration Offices - Indianapolis, IN, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Family Development Services is seeking a passionate and experienced Child Development and Education Specialist to provide educational leadership and coaching support for one or more Head Start/Early Head Start centers. This position serves as the instructional leader for assigned centers, ensuring high-quality implementation of curriculum, assessment, school readiness goals, and Head Start Program Performance Standards. Key Responsibilities • Serve as the educational lead for assigned centers. • Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development to teaching staff. • Conduct weekly classroom observations and provide feedback. • Support curriculum implementation and assessment systems, including TS GOLD. • Review child outcomes data and support improvement planning. • Assist with staff onboarding, training, and annual evaluations. • Participate in self-assessment, monitoring, home visits, and community events.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education; OR Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with at least six courses in Early Childhood Education and preschool teaching experience; OR state-awarded preschool teaching certification with preschool teaching experience. Master’s degree preferred.