Program Coordinator

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Program Coordinator to join our team in Arlington. This is an exciting role that combines both classroom teaching (50%) and academy administrative and educational tasks (50%). As a dedicated and professional individual, the Program Coordinator collaborates closely with the Academy Assistant Director to create an exemplary early education and care environment in their assigned classroom and across the academy. The primary focus of the Program Coordinator is to deliver high-quality programming within their classroom, serving as a model and training resource for other teaching staff. The goal is to provide a positive and effective educational program that incorporates family-centered practices, individualized teaching, and program support. The Program Coordinator is dedicated to implementing best practices and striving for excellence to ensure 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• CPL III or higher
• 3+ years of documented early educational teaching experience. This experience must include classroom management, curricular planning and implementation, environmental and child assessment, and family involvement practices.  
• required to demonstrate exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to make appropriate and rational judgments independently and collaboratively, reason effectively, and solve problems.
• Ability to frequently lift, move, carry or hold children and infants of 10-60 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate’s degree or higher in Early childhood education or related field
• Valid OH Driver’s License
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Possess the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Bilingualism is an advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Work with academy teaching staff and academy leadership to ensure classrooms have enough supplies, equipment, and resources.
• Assist the Academy Assistant Director with the quality rating improvement system (ERS) for their assigned age group/classrooms to maintain the highest quality credentialing.
• Identify and assist with staff training for professional development and classroom management with the Academy Assistant Director.
• Work with the Academy Assistant Director on SUTQ training and teacher observations monthly.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by academy leadership

Skills:

As a Program Coordinator, you will use your excellent organizational and communication skills to develop and implement program plans, coordinate program activities, and monitor program progress. You will also use your attention to detail to ensure that all program activities are carried out efficiently and effectively. In addition, you will use your ability to work independently and as part of a team to collaborate with program managers and stakeholders to ensure that program goals are met. Finally, you will use your experience with data analysis and reporting to prepare reports and presentations on program activities and outcomes.