Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The Learning Lamp
Job overview
The Partner Liaison (Northeast Region) at The Learning Lamp is a full-time role focused on connecting regional partners and managing grant operations to support early childhood education and development.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing grant budgets, coordinating with regional partners and staff, preparing reports, overseeing meetings, supporting grant participants, and promoting collaboration among early childhood education stakeholders across the region and state.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a starting salary of $62,000 per year, full-time benefits including PTO, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement savings (403(b)), tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and substantial childcare discounts.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field (Master's preferred), 5+ years of early childhood practice experience, knowledge of Pennsylvania early childhood systems, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Career development
The Learning Lamp provides a collaborative environment with training and development opportunities, access to a professional development platform, and career advancement through apprenticeship programs in leadership and administration.
Work environment and culture
The organization values mission-driven work focused on children's success, offers a supportive and collaborative environment, and emphasizes community impact and diversity respect.
Company information
The Learning Lamp is a nearly 20-year-old nonprofit focused on reducing education and care disparities for children through tutoring, child care, and community support services in its region.
Team overview
The Partner Liaison reports to the Executive Director and works collaboratively with other organizational leaders and regional coordinators to support grant goals and community partnerships.
Job location and travel
The position is based in the Northeast Region with travel throughout the region and state required, including attending meetings and site visits.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines grant budget management, regional partnership liaison duties, and direct support to early childhood education providers, with opportunities to influence strategic initiatives and statewide collaboration.
Company overview
The Learning Lamp is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational support and enrichment programs for children and families. They offer services such as tutoring, preschool, after-school programs, and summer camps, aiming to make high-quality education accessible to all. The organization generates revenue through program fees, grants, and donations. Founded in 2003, The Learning Lamp has grown significantly, expanding its reach and impact across various communities. Their mission is to engage and inspire students, helping them achieve academic success and personal growth.
How to land this job
Position your resume to showcase your experience in early childhood education, grant management, and partnership liaison roles, emphasizing your ability to manage budgets, prepare reports, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
Highlight your knowledge of early childhood systems in Pennsylvania, such as OCDEL, NAEYC Standards, Keystone STARS, and PreK Counts, as well as your skills in communication, organization, and adult learning methodologies.
Apply through multiple platforms including The Learning Lamp’s official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect on LinkedIn with individuals working in The Learning Lamp’s regional or grant management teams; start conversations by commenting on recent grant initiatives or expressing your enthusiasm for their mission to support early childhood education.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key phrases like 'grant budget management,' 'early childhood education,' 'stakeholder collaboration,' 'professional development coordination,' and 'Pennsylvania early childhood systems' to ensure your application passes initial screenings.
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