Child Care Business and Training Specialist
Hybrid - US
Child Care Business and Training Specialist
Full Time • Hybrid - US
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Title: Child Care Business & Training Specialist
Organization: The Early Care and Learning Council
Reports To: Director of Child Care Supply
Status: Full-Time/Exempt
Organization: The Early Care and Learning Council
Reports To: Director of Child Care Supply
Status: Full-Time/Exempt
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000
Location: Albany, NY (Hybrid). Up to 25% statewide travel. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Location: Albany, NY (Hybrid). Up to 25% statewide travel. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Organizational Overview
The Early Care and Learning Council (ECLC) is dedicated to strengthening the quality, accessibility, and sustainability of early care and learning systems for children, families, and providers. ECLC advances this mission through collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and strong operational infrastructure that supports our programs and partners.
Position Overview
This role leads training and hands-on business support for family-based and center-based childcare providers across New York State. The Child Care Business & Training Specialist helps providers strengthen operations, improve sustainability, and navigate the business side of early childhood education. The position also coordinates a statewide network of Business Specialists within Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agencies, ensuring consistent, high-quality support to providers.
Key Responsibilities
Training & Technical Assistance
- Design training and technical assistance on child care business operations topics (budgeting, enrollment, policies, sustainability)
- Ensure offerings are accessible, culturally responsive, and aligned with child care provider needs
Statewide Coordination
- Lead and support a network of CCR&R Business Specialists across New York State
- Facilitate onboarding, regular communication, and peer learning opportunities
- Develop and manage shared tools, resources, and training materials
Program Implementation & Partnerships
- Oversee initiative activities to meet funder and organizational goals
- Track participation, outcomes, and key metrics in collaboration with internal teams
- Build relationships with CCR&Rs, state partners, and other stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, early childhood, public administration, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in small business support, training, or program management
- Strong understanding of small business operations (experience with childcare businesses preferred)
- Experience leading trainings, coaching, and/or technical assistance
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across a statewide network
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Work Environment
- Hybrid work environment with travel across New York State
- Primarily computer-based with a fast-paced workflow
ECLC Commitment
ECLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace culture. ECLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, business needs and background check.
At-Will Statement
Employment with ECLC is on an at-will basis. This means that either you or the organization may terminate employment at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
We seek to take the burden and over-whelm of your financials and back-end business tasks off your plate; offering you a sense of relief and time to focus your attention on building your business.
What Sets Us Apart
We are relationship-driven and focused on providing successful solutions for our clients. Transparency and efficiency are key values we hold true to in our work. We support, we lead and we provide. We work in your business, so that you can focus your attention on growing your business.
We reduce costs
Hiring and training full or part-time staff can be very expensive. Paying for an employee with benefits is costly. Many companies and nonprofits either do not need a full-time position OR need additional help that does not require an additional in-house employee. Working with Capital CFO+ lets you focus your human resources where you need them most.
We improve efficiency
When you have an expert working on a project, they will be faster, effective, and efficient. Working with Capital CFO+ gives owners and leaders an essential competitive advantage. By outsourcing activities that are routine, administrative, or require specialized skills, you can focus more on core functions and ensure that your company thrives and succeeds.
We level the playing field
Most small firms simply can’t afford to match the in-house support services that larger companies maintain. Capital CFO+ helps small firms act “big” by giving them access to the same economies of scale, efficiency, and expertise that large companies enjoy.
Our Mission
We are here to be your business partner. From simplifying your finances, to priori-tizing your back-end needs, we listen to your objectives and work to put the pieces of your business together to form a solid foundation and a brand built for success.
- Explaining your financials so they are straightforward and easy to understand.
- Being transparent with our work and allowing you to be, too.
- Being accurate and exact with our reporting and recordkeeping.
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