Education Coordinator

General Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of the curriculum component as required by the Head Start program Performance Standards and state and federal mandates.


• Ensure quality program service delivery.


• Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.

Specific Duties:

• Work closely with the ECS Head Start Program Manager in meeting program and overall departmental monthly, quarterly, annual goals and objectives.


• Provide Direct Supervision to Head Start Coach.


• Develop and maintain procedure for documentation, multi-disciplinary team information, and tracking systems for the Preschool program.


• Provide oversight of curriculum to insure fidelity.


• Work collaboratively with Regional Coordinators to ensure that teaching teams are providing developmentally appropriate classrooms.


• Work collaboratively with Regional Coordinators to ensure the teaching teams are using data and child outcomes, developmental screening tools and parent input, for intentional planning.


• Work collaboratively with team to plan and deliver in-service trainings.


• Work collaboratively with Regional Coordinators to ensure the planning and implementing of transition activities for the child and family in preparation for the child’s next school setting.


• Train and assist staff in the documentation, implementation, and monitoring of the curriculum.


• Work collaboratively with the Early Childhood Services management team to make sure all areas of service are in compliance and continually improving.


• Responsible to ensure all required program documentation is reviewed for accuracy, consistency and compliance.


• Conducts CLASS assessments and reviews scores.


• Monitors and evaluates the progress of strategies and plans implemented and works with teaching teams to improve teaching practices.


• Work collaboratively with Regional Coordinators to ensure that the teachers are providing a developmentally appropriate classroom.


• Work collaboratively with Regional Coordinators to guide that the teachers are using data and child outcomes from Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment reports; teaching teams and parent input are to be used for weekly lesson plans, IEPs, individual and group planning.


• Responsible for training and ongoing support of designated staff.


• Collect, review and analyze data for program reporting and continuous improvement.


• Follow interview procedures when a staff vacancy occurs.


• Facilitate a comprehensive orientation for new staff.


• Perform 90 day and annual performance evaluations.


• Review all Preschool performance evaluations.


• Accurately complete required program documentation and record keeping in a neat and timely manner.


• Recruit families and promote agency programs within the community.


• Participate in personal and professional development activities, including staff meetings, conferences, training opportunities, as identified and approved by supervisors.


• Attend community events and meetings to support the agency programs; including evening and weekend events/meetings.


• All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• BA/BS in child development, early childhood or related field with a minimum of 5

        years of experience working with young children and families

• Minimum of 5 years effective supervisory skills


• Demonstrated ability as a strength-based leader.


• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.


• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards; Head Start School Readiness, Head Start Outcomes Framework, Great Start Readiness Program and State Licensing Regulations.


• Preschool experience preferred.


• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum/Teaching Strategies Gold/Child Plus preferred.


• Demonstrated ability to present information to community groups.


• Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire or first available session thereafter.

Additional Requirements:

• Possess a solid knowledge base with respect to child development and family services and seek to expand knowledge at every opportunity.


• Complete additional certifications as required.


• Maintain confidentiality and code of ethics at all times.


• Must have Proficient Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet)


• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance, and MMCAA’s “Insurance Carriers” driving record review.


• Successfully complete required background checks at time of hire and when requested.


• Shall provide written report by a physician stating their physical capability and freedom from communicable tuberculosis.


• Must have good communication and organizational skills and be able to work effectively with people.


• Must be self-directed and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.


• Must possess the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allocated time frames.


• Must be willing to accept new challenges.


• The ability to navigate and effectively resolve conflict.


• The job duties require a working cell phone for accessibility to supervisors, clients, or co-worker or to enhance personal safety while away from the office location. The agency will provide a cell phone as needed.


• Must comply with Agency tobacco free and drug free policies.


• Understand the importance of daily work attendance, and its impact on coworkers, clients, and the agency

We will be accepting applications until 09/04/2025