Center for Early Language & Literacy

The professional development specialist will design and implement a statewide professional development program in early language, literacy and brain development for childcare providers, teachers and caregivers of children from birth to third grade in Georgia. Responsibilities include creating evidence-based training materials, leading workshops and delivering professional learning opportunities on developmentally appropriate practices. The role also involves coordinating community...

The associate director is responsible for providing assistance to the executive director, giving special attention to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the strategic plan and goals for the center. The associate director is also responsible for overseeing the implementation of center initiatives, track and communicate progress of goals, evaluate and continuously improve center performance and oversee daily operations.Educational requirements:  Master's degree...

The Associate Director is responsible for providing assistance to the Executive Director, giving special attention to the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the strategic plan and goals for the center. Responsible for overseeing the implementation of center initiatives, track and communicate progress of goals, evaluate and continuously improve center performance, and oversee daily operations.Educational Requirements:  Master's Degree in Educational Leadership...

The Grants Administrator is responsible for the oversight and administration of grant awards and applications made by the Sandra Dunagan Deal Center for Early Language and Literacy. The incumbent will manage awards and deliverables by monitoring compliance, reconciliation, invoices, reporting requirements and KPIs. This position will provide technical assistance to grantees to support applicants and recipients in submission and preparation mid-term and final grant reports while creating...

The Communications Specialist is responsible for managing the processes of and developing content for a wide range of communication platforms for the Sandra Dunagan Deal Center for Early Language and Literacy (Deal Center) including press releases, story content for web and print publications, internal and external communications, email and social media account management and website management. This position will involve strategic planning and collaborating with Deal Center team members,...

Your work has the power to shape the future of early language and literacy! The Implementation Research to Improve Early Language and Literacy Outcomes Grant offers up to $50,000 for your groundbreaking research plan. If you haven’t applied yet, what are you waiting for? Together, we can build a brighter, more literate future for Georgia.The grant deadline is approaching fast. The Deal Center is still accepting applications for up to $50,000 in grant funding for your research. Apply...

The wait is over! The Implementation Research to Improve Early Language and Literacy Outcomes Grant application is now open. This funding opportunity is designed to support innovative research that enhances early language and literacy outcomes across Georgia, with awards of up to $50,000 available to qualifying projects. Mark your calendars for Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. We're hosting an informational webinar to discuss the Implementation Research to Improve Early Language and Literacy Outcomes...

We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of the FY25 Implementation Research to Improve Early Language and Literacy Outcomes Grant! This funding opportunity is designed to support innovative research that enhances early language and literacy outcomes across Georgia, with awards of up to $50,000 available to qualifying projects. Applications for this grant will open on Oct. 8, 2024. We encourage researchers and project teams who are passionate about improving early language and...