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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Assistance Specialist/Early Childhood Coach - **Company:** Family Tree, Inc. - **Location:** Baltimore, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $50,000.0 - $53,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Databases, Data Systems, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** June 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=532d99de1dd9498b ## About the Role Do you have experience in Writing skills?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field * OR equivalent combination of education and experience * Completion of: o 45-hour Child Development course o 45-hour Curriculum (Infant/Toddler, Preschool, or School-Age) EXPERIENCE: ¨ 5 years' experience in early childhood education program, licensed child care (center and/or family child care), school-age child care, Head Start/Early Head Start, or PreK education setting SKILLS: ¨ Strong verbal, writing, and organizational skills. ¨ Strong database skills. ¨ Knowledge of Maryland child care delivery system. ¨ Ability to communicate effectively with child care providers, peers and other professionals. ¨ Ability to represent BCCCRC as appropriate in the community. ¨ Knowledge of software operation including Microsoft Word, Canva, PowerPoint and Outlook. ¨ Ability to work independently and travel throughout Baltimore City. ## Description The GOFCC Coach / Technical Assistance Specialist plays a critical role in expanding access to high-quality child care by supporting individuals through the entire journey of becoming licensed Family Child Care (FCC) providers. This position requires a hands-on, relationship-driven coach who can guide participants from interest to licensure with urgency, accountability, and care. The Technical Assistance Specialist works directly with participants to: * Navigate the Office of Child Care Family Child Care (FCC) licensing process * Build sustainable family child care businesses * Achieve participation in Maryland EXCELS * Successfully launch and operate high-quality programs This role is part of the statewide Growing Opportunities for Family Child Care (GOFCC) initiative. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide end-to-end coaching from application to licensure * Monitor progress and hold participants accountable to timelines * Guide participants in building sustainable Family Child Care businesses * Facilitate interactive workshops and trainings (both in person and virtual) * Conduct community outreach and info sessions to recruit participants * Build relationships with community organizations and partners * Represent GOFCC at events, meetings, and community spaces * Serve as a liaison with the Office of Child Care * Collaborate with community partners * Maintain strong, trust-based relationships with participants * Travel to participants' homes for coaching sessions * Accurately document work in the MCCRN data system * Track participant progress toward: o Licensure o Training completion o Maryland EXCELS participation * Support newly licensed providers with quality initiatives including Maryland EXCELS, ¨ While normal business hours are 8:00/9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (depending on time of arrival). this position requires some evening and Saturday hours to facilitate professional development classes. 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