Program Specialist

Acelero Inc.

Job Overview

Location

Connecticut - Remote

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a Program Specialist at Acelero Inc., you will play a key implementation role within Connecticut’s Local Governance Partner (LGP) system, supporting the development, coordination, and delivery of learning, technical assistance, and engagement strategies for LGPs and their local partners. This role is critical to advancing Acelero’s mission of eliminating gaps between young children’s potential and their success in school and life through research and evidence-based approaches.
• You will work closely with the Project Director and cross-functional Shine teams to translate statewide strategy into high-quality, field-facing resources, learning experiences, and supports, ensuring alignment with OEC priorities and contract deliverables while contributing subject-matter expertise and maintaining strong relationships with local and statewide stakeholders.
• Day to day, you will support implementation of LGP system activities by developing and delivering learning and engagement resources aligned to OEC priorities and contract deliverables; collaborate with the Project Director to support onboarding, training, and ongoing support for LGP Liaisons, Parent Ambassadors, and Community Tables; serve as a content and implementation resource for LGPs by translating policy, guidance, and best practices into usable tools and learning experiences; and participate in communities of practice, learning sessions, and feedback loops to support consistency and quality across the statewide LGP system.
• You will research and apply evidence-based practices related to family engagement, community leadership, equity, and early childhood systems; develop and adapt content for multiple formats including in-person training, virtual learning, peer-to-peer sessions, tools, templates, and job aids; collaborate with internal content experts, instructional designers, and TA staff to ensure materials are accessible, relevant, and aligned to adult learning best practices; and support continuous refinement of materials based on data, participant feedback, and implementation learnings.
• You will facilitate and co-facilitate virtual and in-person trainings, workshops, and communities of practice as assigned; model inclusive, strengths-based, and relationship-centered facilitation approaches; and support capacity-building efforts that elevate parent voice, community collaboration, and equitable access to services.
• You will build and maintain collaborative relationships with LGPs, community partners, and statewide stakeholders; coordinate with internal Shine teams (communications, data, finance, TA) to support aligned implementation; and participate in cross-functional planning meetings, project check-ins, and learning communities.
• You will support collection and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative feedback to inform learning and improvement; contribute to documentation of promising practices, implementation challenges, and field insights; and assist with preparation of reports, summaries, and learning artifacts as requested.
• Acelero Inc. is a mission-driven organization committed to designing and delivering research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate gaps between young children’s inherent potential and their achievement in school and life, partnering with communities to accelerate child and family outcomes that honor diverse aspirations and cultures.
• The company values Data-Informed Learning, Transparent & Open Communication, Growth Mindset, Championing Equality, and Caring Teams & Communities, fostering an inclusive workplace where purpose and values drive every decision.
• In this role, you will deepen your expertise in early childhood systems, family engagement, and equity-centered program design while gaining hands-on experience in professional learning design, stakeholder engagement, and data-informed continuous improvement within a statewide governance framework.
• You will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on children and families across Connecticut by helping translate policy into practice, strengthening local governance capacity, and contributing to systemic change in early childhood education.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Public Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood, family engagement, community-based systems, or related work.
• Experience developing and delivering professional learning in multiple formats (in-person and virtual).
• Experience working with diverse communities and multiple early childhood program types, including family child care and center-based settings.
• Connecticut experience strongly preferred.

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400/individuals & $800/family annually.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% company match.
• Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support.

Skills & Technologies

Spring

Remote

Degree Required

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About Acelero Inc.

Acelero provides early childhood education services and technology solutions aimed at closing the achievement gap for children from low-income families. The company operates Head Start and Early Head Start programs, offers professional development for educators, and delivers data-driven tools to improve program quality and family engagement. Founded in 2001, Acelero partners with community organizations and government agencies to implement evidence-based practices that enhance learning outcomes and support equitable access to high-quality early education across the United States.

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