Tribal Child Care Project Specialist

Miami Federal

. Coordinate and develop high-quality training and technical assistance for Tribal early childhood programs .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and delivering culturally responsive training and technical assistance for Tribal early childhood programs, with a strong focus on CCDF regulations and project management. Proficient in instructional design and adult learning principles, ensuring high-quality resources and training events.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management5+ Years of Experience in Early Childhood ServicesKnowledge of Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) RegulationsProficiency in MS Office ApplicationsStrong Consultation and Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Training DevelopmentTechnical AssistanceProject ManagementInstructional DesignContent DevelopmentEvent Logistics Management508 CodingCopyeditingAnalytical Problem-SolvingMultitasking

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsFacilitation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsFlexibilityDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

SmartSheetMS Office ApplicationsE-Learning ToolsWebinar PlatformsProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Tribal Early Childhood ProgramsCCDF AdministrationHead Start Performance StandardsAmerican Indian and Alaska Native CommunitiesEarly Care and Education Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and develop high-quality training and technical assistance for Tribal early childhood programs
Support TCBC staff in developing culturally responsive technical assistance for Tribal CCDF programs
Design technical assistance focused on CCDF administration, capacity building, and implementation of CCDF requirements
Support OCC priorities and special projects, including issue briefs, handouts, brochures, presentation kits, and webinars
Participate in or lead project workgroups
Develop and update the TCBC Resource Development Strategy
Maintain a library of approved templates and an inventory of developed products
Design, develop, distribute, and evaluate targeted and universal training events, including in-person trainings, webinars, peer learning groups, and communities of practice
Apply instructional design, adult learning principles, and Indigenous Storywork
Provide guidance to content developers on the OCC style guide
Coordinate with SMEs and team members to develop and deliver training events
Create project timelines and track milestones, deadlines, resources, reviews, editing, 508 coding, and publication
Manage event logistics, including scheduling, registration, attendance tracking, and virtual platform logistics
Ensure resources follow the OCC Style Guide, approved templates, and 508 coding specifications
Review and copyedit content for voice, grammar, style, plain language, and comprehension
Manage 508 coding and final publication of products to the OCC website
Manage OCC website updates according to the TCBC Work Plan
Maintain contact information spreadsheets and systems for reporting, project management, and training opportunities
Assist with monthly and annual TCBC reports
Develop quarterly Resource Bulletins for Tribal CCDF grantees
Collaborate with ACF Early Childhood National Centers, CCTAN, SCBC, OHS Region XI, PATH, community organizations, child care programs, and early childhood providers
Deliver and facilitate remote and onsite technical assistance for CCDF grantees and partners
Participate in weekly Project Specialists Team and full-team calls
Implement plans and protocols according to the TCBC Project Work Plan

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Administration, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
5+ years of demonstrated experience in early childhood services working with children and families from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
5+ years of experience offering training and technical assistance within early care and education
Strong consultation, presentation, and facilitation skills
Knowledge of Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) regulations, Head Start performance standards, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
Ability to develop training and technical assistance content
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience coordinating teams to establish and track project plans, milestones, and timelines for deliverables
Knowledge of current child development practices and research-based early childhood quality improvement methods and approaches
Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, Teams)
Proficiency with e-learning, webinar, and project management tools including SmartSheet
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to apply detailed knowledge of organizational procedures to make independent decisions and serve as a credible resource for senior management
Flexibility to handle multiple priorities and work limited overtime as necessary
Experience working with Federally recognized Tribes and Native communities preferred
Deep understanding of American Indian and Alaska Native communities preferred
Experience in a leadership position within a CCDF/Head Start Program preferred
Experience providing training at State, Regional, or National Meetings and technical assistance to individual organizations preferred
Experience with policies, early care and education regulations, and systems, particularly CCDF and/or other Tribal/state early learning programs, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) matching
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Federal holidays schedule
Some travel to OCC-sponsored events