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VQB5 Early Childhood Specialist (Child Care Specialist II)

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VQB5 Early Childhood Specialist (Child Care Specialist II)

Salary

$62,482.37 - $104,137.49 Annually

Location

FAIRFAX (EJ27), VA

Job Type

FT Hourly W BN

Job Number

26-00083

Department

Neighborhood & Community Svcs

Opening Date

01/10/2026

Closing Date

1/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade

S22

Posting Type

Open to General Public

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Job Announcement

Join our team at the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services and help support our mission to partner with communities, families, and individuals to provide opportunities to access a continuum of resources that promote equity and create positive outcomes for people of all ages and abilities. Our vision is to see connected communities where all individuals and families are supported and empowered to thrive.

Under the supervision of the Child Care Specialist III, this position supports and monitors community early childhood centers and family childcare providers participating in the quality measurement and improvement system Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5). This includes outreach to programs for understanding of the VQB5 system and the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) tool, support for VQB5 registration and other data entry as needed, conducting CLASS observations in programs and providing feedback, and connecting providers with improvement partners or other professional development supports based on VQB5 data. Acts as the main point of contact and build relationships with early childhood programs to ensure successful participation in the VQB5 system. Serves as the expert for VQB5 registration and Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Observations. Other duties as assigned.

Position requires flexibility in scheduling, including some evening and Saturday hours.

Illustrative Duties

Coordinates services with other governmental programs and community organizations;

Maintains current knowledge of legislation, best practices, and performance measures;

Monitors programs for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodology of assigned area of accountability;

and/or extensive knowledge in particular area of expertise;

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/equivalencies-education-and-experience)

(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”)

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, psychology, social work, or a closely related field; plus two years of experience in day care administration, early childhood education, or related human service administration.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Valid driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

Additional work schedule requirements: Must be flexible to meet program needs. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Infant / Toddler / PreK Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) certified observer.

+ Experience providing on-site technical assistance, mentoring, and/or coaching for early childhood professionals.

+ Experience working with early childhood professionals in an early childhood program, center and/or family child care home.

+ Experience working with a diverse, multicultural population.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is generally sedentary in nature; however, incumbent may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items up to 25 pounds. Ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Sufficiently mobile to visit early childhood programs and attend meetings at various locations and make presentations to county staff and community. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demographics/fairfax-county-general-overview).) .) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected] EEO/AA/TTY.

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