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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleEarly Care and Education CoachRequisition NumberRE52422Working TitleHealth and Safety CoachDepartment Name40526:Interdisciplinary Human DeveloWork LocationLouisville, KYGrade Level43Salary Range$19.18-30.68/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience2 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsWhile there are physical, psychosocial and cognitive requirements of the position, the job duties can be accommodated for essential functions being completed in a variety of ways.ShiftMonday Friday 8:00-5:00p (40 hours/week). Occasional evenings/weekends.Job SummaryThe Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is Kentucky's Center on Disability.

HDI is seeking an Early Care and Education Coach to join our team and support the Child Care Aware project.

Child Care Aware of Kentucky is committed to ensuring families have access to safe, affordable, high-quality child care. Our goal is to improve child care quality by offering free technical assistance and training to child care providers and connecting the community to resources and educational materials which support high quality child care.

Located in Louisville, KY and serving the Jefferson Region, this Health and Safety Coach position will:

• Provide individualized, relationship-based technical assistance to licensed early care and education programs with child care regulatory compliance and license deficiencies.
• Assist child care providers in maintaining compliance with Kentucky child care regulations and address any licensing deficiencies identified by the Division of Regulated Child Care.
• Collaborate with regional team and statewide network of ECE Coaches providing technical assistance to ECE providers in the areas of health and safety, quality, professional development, and training

This position will work from a central office located in Downtown Louisville (as well as home office) and requires significant travel throughout all parts of Louisville for on-site visits.

Please ensure all attached documents are accessible documents.

This position is contingent upon the successful allocation and receipt of funds from federal and/or state agencies.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDriver's license is preferred.Deadline to Apply12/09/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please describe your work experience and/or knowledge about Kentucky's regulations for licensed child care providers

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * The Jefferson Team and Child Care Aware of KY are committed to ongoing, meaningful work to explore the issues of belonging within our work community and the communities we serve. We do this through responsive practices with each other, community partners, and the early care and education providers, scholars, and trainers for whom we provide technical assistance. What does it mean for you to have a personal and/or professional commitment to belonging? How have you demonstrated that commitment in your personal and professional life?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * The essential functions of this position require a significant amount of travel. Are you able to meet this requirement?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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