Supporting those who Work with Children and Families with Management of Partner Programs
The Quality Improvement Manager focuses on the integrity of Great Start to Quality by providing oversight and leadership for implementing the Great Start to Quality Validation Process. The Quality Improvement Manager ensures validations are conducted in a timely manner, reliably, and with fidelity to the Great Start to Quality model.
The On-Site Observation Manager provides oversight and leadership for the implementation of the Great Start to Quality Assessment Process. The On-Site Observation Manager ensures observations are conducted in a timely manner, reliably, and with fidelity to the Great Start to Quality model.
- More information about specific qualifications for Quality Improvement Manager and On-Site Observation Manager roles can be found by exploring Professional Level 3 on the MiRegistry Career Pathway.
The Director of Professional Programs at Michigan AEYC holds a diverse role in supporting and advancing the early childhood workforce in Michigan. This position serves as the state administrator for the TEACH Early Childhood® Michigan scholarship program. The Director is key in the development and implementation of various workforce support projects, identifying the needs within the field and creating solutions. Responsibilities also encompass the oversight of Michigan AEYC’s training and professional development programs, ensuring that offerings are high-quality, relevant, and accessible to educators across the state. This role involves managing resource allocation and budget for professional programs. The Director acts as a key liaison to state and community partners, facilitating collaboration and communication on all matters pertaining to the early childhood workforce.
To be hired as the Director of Professional Programs, a candidate must have:
A Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
- More information about specific qualifications for Quality Improvement Specialist role can be found by exploring Professional Level 4 on the MiRegistry Career Pathway.
The TEACH Program Manager at Michigan AEYC holds a central role in the operation of the TEACH Early Childhood® Michigan scholarship program. This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day implementation of the scholarship, ensuring efficient and accurate scholarship processing for participants. A key aspect of the role involves data management for all scholarship activities, along with comprehensive reporting to both national and state leadership regarding program outcomes and impact. The Program Manager also performs a supervisory role, overseeing the TEACH program staff and ensuring adherence to established scholarship procedures and processes. This position fosters collaboration among Institutes of Higher Education, working to align scholarship opportunities with academic pathways for early childhood educators.
To be hired the TEACH Program Manager, a candidate must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
- More information about specific qualifications for TEACH Program Manager role can be found by exploring Professional Level 4 on the MiRegistry Career Pathway.