Early Childhood Program Specialist

Eden Prairie School District is seeking applicants to serve as the Early Childhood Program Specialist.  The EC Program Specialist manages the billing, registration and data entry required processes for the Early Childhood Programs. Additional responsibilities include supporting the day-to-day operations of the Early Childhood programs in Community Education.  Please note, this is not a classroom position.

POSITION:
Early Childhood Program Specialist

LOCATION:

Community Education Building

RATE OF PAY:

CLASS Level 5, $25.83/hr 

HOURS PER DAY:

Full-time :  8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, 260 days/year

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Please see the attached job description for more details about this position.

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Demonstrated customer service experience, strong technology skills, prior experience with early childhood programs or billing and registration processes preferred but not required.

• Prior experience working with early learning scholarships and various state reports is preferred

Qualifications: 

• Working knowledge of web-based registration systems and computer software programs.
• Customer focused with an understanding of customer service skills and strategies.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment; adaptable when managing multiple tasks, shifting priorities; ease at managing competing demands and determining priorities independently
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure with a high degree of accuracy and limited direction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate complex ideas simply and succinctly
• Excellent decision-making, problem solving
• Strong computer and technology skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, familiarity with Google docs, and interest in and ability to learn new platforms
• Ability to work collaboratively with other experienced professionals including supervisors, administrators, teachers and partnership colleagues.
• Ability to maintain discretion regarding confidential matters
• Reflective, lifelong learner

BENEFIT OVERVIEW:

Medical Insurance
Single: District pays up to 100% of monthly premium for single coverage.
Family: Generous contributions towards family medical plans.

VEBA/HRA
District may provide a monthly contribution to a Health Reimbursement Account to be accessed for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses

Dental Insurance
District pays 100% of monthly premiums for both single and family coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Option to enroll in pre-tax medical and dependent care spending accounts

Basic Term Life & Long Term Disability Insurance
District pays 100% of monthly premiums

Supplemental Life Insurance
Option to enroll in additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children

Tax Shelter Annuity (403b)
District match up to 2.25% of employee’s annual base salary

Leaves
Provided with sick days, personal days, disaster leave, maternity/paternity and child care leave

Retirement
This position participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with the district contributing 7.5%/month of the individuals base salary.

Professional Development
Tuition reimbursement is available to employees seeking to continue their education.

Equity Sponsorship Program
Purpose to develop a partnership, advocate for the well being and success of our colleagues of color, develop a sense of belonging and community. 

Recognition
Employees are recognized for years of service within the district

 *This is an unofficial summary of benefits. All items listed are conditioned by more extensive qualifying provisions as detailed in the employment agreement between Classified Administrative and Support Staff (CLASS) and the Eden Prairie School District.
 
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EDEN PRAIRIE SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  
Eden Prairie Public Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives and regulations of Federal, State and Local governing bodies or agencies.  Eden Prairie Public Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.