Early Childhood Monitor

Vacancies are in the Division for Young Children of the Department of Families, Children, and Youth. Under supervision, monitors compliance with School Readiness requirements and other Hartford expectations as delineated by the Division for Young Children. Visits early childhood providers serving Hartford young children to administer various monitoring instruments within preschool classrooms in order to substantiate the accuracy of child assessment data, measure the quality of instructional practices and the classroom environment. Completes a Monitoring Report inclusive of a scored rubric and enters information into Hartford’s Early Childhood Data System for each program to access their data to guide improvements. Participates in scheduled quality improvement meetings and various informal meetings with the staff of the various programs in which she/he monitors. Verifies child eligibility and approves documentation reviewed in each monitoring visit. Performs related work as required.

This is a CHPEA position. The hours of this position are 40 per week.

This is a grant-funded position renewable on an annual basis. The City of Hartford is not obligated to fund this position upon termination of funding.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application and may also include a written test, an oral test, a performance based test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure:

Knowledge Of

• Early brain development and current research related to effective instructional practices and methods and their application to young children and their families;
• Child development, adult learning styles and dynamics of family relations;

Ability To

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, preschool personnel, representatives of other agencies, the City administration and the general public.

Qualifications

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications.

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or related field (must have a concentration in early childhood) AND Five (5) years of experience in teaching preschool and providing coaching support to classroom teachers.

Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred and may substitute one (1) year experience. Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Necessary Special Qualifications

Possession of a valid Driver’s License. A COPY OF YOUR DRIVER’S LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED TO OUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT PROPER DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.

HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED Preferably to be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY, INCLUDING THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT PROPER DOCUMENTATION SHALL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION.

APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Other Information

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will be required to serve three (3) to twelve (12) months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

NOTE: ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

IN ADDITION TO CHECKING YOUR EMAIL INBOX FOR RECRUITMENT CORRESPONDENCE, PLEASE ALSO CHECK YOUR JUNK AND SPAM FOLDERS.

Veteran’s Preference

Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran’s Preference Form , along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran’s Affairs.

The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Closing Date/Time: 1/3/2025 5:00 PM Eastern