Classroom Coordinator - Children's Circle (Full-Time)

Summary of Role:

We are a fun group of Early Childhood Professionals that would love to have you on our team! Our Program is licensed by the State of Illinois, meeting and exceeding state standards for health, safety and staff training. We believe children learn best through meaningful interactions with the world around them and others. Our mission is to provide a secure place for children to interact with the world, incorporating hands-on and teacher-facilitated experiences that are meaningful to all stages of development.

Under the supervision of the Children's Circle Program Manager, the Children's Circle Classroom Coordinator is responsible for assisting in daily classroom operations, acting as a substitute, moving throughout Children's Circle to ensure proper breaks, managing the hiring accounts, and reporting any issues (personnel or otherwise) to the Children's Circle Program Manager.

Responsibilities include:

• Acting as Director Designee if both Managers are out of the building.


• Conducting school tours as needed.


• Attending all field trips and outings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education preferred.


• Must have 21 credits in Early Childhood Education or be willing to obtain these credits within two years with a grade of B or higher.


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a DCFS-licensed facility is required.


• A valid Driver's License is required.


• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification within three months of hire.


• Food Handler Certificate obtained within 30 days of hire.


• All DCFS required paperwork within 60 days of hire.


• DCFS Director, Lead, and Assistant qualifications and certificates.


• All full-time employees must a criminal background check, drug test, and physical exam which the Glencoe Park District will cover.

Required Knowledge:

Good understanding and working knowledge of DCFS rules and regulations. Working knowledge of early childhood education and play-based learning. Knowledge of Park District activities and operations. Ability to manage emergency situations, effectively assist staff, and exercise sound judgment in dealing with the general public.

Required Skills:

Should be able to consistently demonstrate behavioral flexibility, good public relations, and tact. Patience is also a character trait that must be shown continuously. An open communication style is necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Spend at least 50% of time in classroom.


• Assist in planning and execution of appropriate early childhood education experiences for each classroom.


• Promote and supervise activities which promote the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child.


• Supervise all activities to ensure safety.


• Contact parents due to illness/injury, when necessary.


• Ensure the safety of all children on field trips.


• Communicate efficiently and professionally with parents and co-workers.


• Take responsibility for upkeep of classroom, equipment and facilities.


• Oversee approximately 14 direct reports of full-time and part-time assistant teachers.


• Ensure compliance with all DCFS policies, procedures, and requirements.


• Follow all policies of the center and of the Glencoe Park District.


• Attend staff meetings, school functions, and complete any other assigned duties.

Pay Scale:

This is a Full-Time, exempt position. The intended starting pay for this position is $55,000, with a full pay scale ranging from $55,000 to $82,000 annually.

Final compensation will be determined in good faith based on an evaluation of the candidate's qualifications, experience, and the recommendation of the Early Childhood Director and/or the Executive Director.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.


• Life Insurance (basic & voluntary additional coverage).


• IMRF Defined Benefit Pension.


• Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF).


• 457 Defined Contribution Plans.


• Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts.


• Paid Time Off (sick, vacation, and personal time).


• Tuition Reimbursement.


• Park District Membership, Program and Rental Discounts.

*To review the full job description, please contact the hiring manager.

Glencoe Park District is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.