Position Description
VERMONT CHILD CARE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (VCCAP)
SEEKS PROGRAM COORDINATOR
DECEMBER 2, 2003
GENERAL FUNCTION
Under the guidance of the VCCAP board president (or designee) the coordinator is
responsible for coordinating and monitoring all functions of the Vermont Child Care
Apprenticeship Program. This position is also responsible to seek funding to support
program operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of a BA/BS in education or related field. Three years of administrative
experience and demonstrated ability/experience in grant writing.
 Ability to relate in a professional manner to program apprentices, supervisors,
sponsors, board members, staff and community members.
 Ability to provide strong leadership and the skill to work successfully as part of a
team.
 Ability to define problems and solve with limited direction.
JOB SEGMENTS
*Provide leadership for board/committee development, as well as plan, coordinate and
conduct regular meetings.
*Provide written report of monthly activities to the all board members and assistant
coordinator.
*Conduct on-site technical assistance and support visits to sponsors, apprentices and
supervisors.
*Provide leadership in developing, implementing and coordinating VCCICC sponsored
courses with Professional Preparation and Development Committee of The Early
Childhood Workgroup, the Child Care Services Division of the State of Vermont,
Community College of Vermont and other colleges.
*Recruit, hire, train and support course instructors in coordination with VCCICC and
CCV.
*Review, refine and implement Apprenticeship Program policies and procedures.
*Supervise, evaluate and coordinate program administration with other contracted
services (Assistant Coordinator, Accountant).
*Research, prepare, review, write and monitor grants and grant reports.
*Assure a system of financial management and endowment development is in place and
provide oversight.
*Coordinate, plan and participate in VCCAP public awareness activities to support
program expansion.
*Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community agencies, businesses,
and state and federal agencies.
*Attend appropriate meetings outside of VCCAP to further serve the VT Child Care
Apprenticeship Program and the child care profession.
*Research, consult and advise on the viability of VCCAP becoming a partner with an
existing organization.
*Perform other duties related to the operation of the VT Child Care Apprenticeship
Program as deemed necessary by the executive committee.
TIME REQUIREMENTS
This position is a contracted position. The annual salary of $30,000 is based on providing
a minimum of 30 hours per week of service.
Occasional weekend and evening hours required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
This position is heavily weighted on human relations. The incumbent must be able to
establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other contracted staff, board
members, program participants and the general public. He/she must have excellent
written and interpersonal communication skills. He/she must have the ability to meet
deadlines, delegate effectively and demonstrate a commitment to professional
development.
*Home computer with word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail and internet capability.
*Fax machine and telephone.
*Dependable transportation
*1-4 days per month (or as needed) work in Waterbury
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EFFECT ON END RESULT
This position has a primary impact on the quality, growth and development of the
Vermont Child Care Apprenticeship Program.
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Program will be recognized as benchmark of quality.
Program will have a positive community image.
Program will maintain financial stability.
Program will show growth and expansion in number of participants (apprentices).
Please mail a cover letter and resume to Vermont Child care Industry & Careers Council
(VCCICC) P.O. Box 1241, Burlington, VT 05402-12412 or submit by e-mail to
scarslon@gbymca.org. Resumes must be received by December 22, 2003. For more
information about the position you may contact Sherry Carlson, at 802-862-9622 ext. 144
(days) or Jan Walker at 802-388-4220 (evenings).
Please spend some time on our web site www.workforcedev.org/child for more
information about the VT Child Care Apprenticeship Program.