Knowledge
Submit current resume documenting proof of knowledge, experience and education
Have adept knowledge of quality school-age programs, policies, and procedures
Knowledgeable of local, state, and national guidelines and requirements in regards to school-age programs
Have adept knowledge of the Professional School-Age Associate (PSA) Credential assessment process
Education and Experience
The Observer must meet or exceed one of the following:
Option 1
- Bachelors or advanced degree in elementary education/child development from an accredited institution
- Two years experience working in an early childhood or school-age setting serving children ages 4 through 17 years
- Experience working as a supervisor (or in a leadership role) directly with staff and children/youth in an educational setting
- Experience working as an educator, teacher, or similar role with children in the same setting as intended to observe
Option 2
- Bachelors or advanced degree from an accredited institution
- Must have 9 semester hours or 36 CEUs related to child/youth development
- Three years experience working in an early childhood or school-age setting serving children ages 4 through 17 years
- Experience working as a supervisor (or in a leadership role) directly with staff and children/youth in an educational setting
- Experience working as an educator, teacher, or similar role with children in the same setting as intended to observe
Option 3
- Associates degree in elementary education/child development from an accredited institution.
- Must have 9 semester hours or 36 CEUs related to child/youth development
- Three years experience working in an early childhood or school-age setting serving children ages 4 through 17 years
- Experience working as a supervisor (or in a leadership role) directly with staff and children/youth in an educational setting
- Experience working as an educator, teacher, or similar role with children in the same setting as intended to observe
Option 4
- An active Professional School-Age Associate (PSA) or Home Visitor Associate (HSA) Credential
- Must have 9 semester hours or 36 CEUs related to child/youth development
- Five years experience working in an early childhood or school-age setting serving children ages 4 through 17 years
- Experience working as a supervisor (or in a leadership role) directly with staff and children/youth in an educational setting
- Experience working as an educator, teacher, or similar role with children in the same setting as intended to observe