Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate Assistant Coordinator to join our Family Child Care team! You will be responsible for assisting the Program Coordinator in the management of Rainbow's Family Child Care (FCC) system, in accordance with the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) contract mandates and licensing requirements.
Duties:
- Maintain up-to-date enrollment information for the FCC program, and ensure our affiliated FCC Educators have this information to post confidentially in their program.
- Assist the FCC Coordinator with scheduling substitute care for children.
- Ensure timely collection of required documents from Educators: invoices, program closure forms, etc.
- Review Educator invoices for accuracy, after the FCC Coordinator has prepared them and before submitting to Accounting for payment.
- Assist the FCC Coordinator in developing the annual budget and maintaining fiscal responsibility for the program budget during the year, including submission of program supplies requests.
- Assist the FCC Coordinator in the performance of all other administrative duties for the FCC program, and be prepared to perform all administrative duties independently in her absence.
- Attend monthly FCC program meetings. Attend and assist the FCC Coordinator in coordinating and implementing Professional Development Days.
- Conduct home visits to Educators, as needed. Home visits would include observation of educator practice, demonstration of practices, and time for discussion and reflection, understanding and implementing new practices.
- Document onsite visits, including dates, times, summary of activities, goals for the visit, next steps, and signature of those supervising and participating, including any tools and templates as required by EEC.
- Provide support in sourcing a high-quality learning environment, as needed.
- Provide support in sourcing curriculum resources for quality educational experiences, as needed.
- Provide technical assistance, as needed, on use of technology to access required EEC systems, on-line professional development opportunities, record keeping, and required administrative information.
- Participate in meetings with Rainbow's FCC team, FCC Educators, and other Rainbow staff members.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, a lead teacher certification, and/or CDA certificate, plus 2 years of experience in the field of family child care, social services, or related field
- Experience working in Family Child Care or supporting FCC Educators
- Knowledge of best practices in early childhood and out-of-school time and working with mixed-age groups, EEC child care licensing regulations and policies, and approaches to professional learning.
- Knowledge of computers and basic software programs used at Rainbow (e.g., Microsoft Office programs, childcare management software)
- Experience working in an office setting, including answering telephones, greeting customers, word processing, operating office equipment, and familiarity with office procedures
- Knowledge of EEC/DCF regulations
- Knowledge of CDA preferred
- Knowledge in developmentally appropriate skills for birth - 5 years of age
- Knowledge of working with children with challenging behaviors
- Experience in establishing and maintaining positive, trusting, supportive relationships
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to multitask successfully
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Other Requirements:
- Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
- Must successfully complete a fingerprint-based background record check, as required by EEC
- Must maintain CPR and First Aid certificates
- Must be bilingual - English and Spanish
Physical Requirements:
- Mandatory physical every 2 years
- Ability to navigate stairways and lift a minimum of 25 pounds
- Physical ability to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the position (with or without accommodation)
Benefits:
- Competitive pay, based on education and experience in the field
- Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, starting at 25 days per year
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403B Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for continued professional development
Rainbow Child Development Center is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a workplace free from discrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or national origin. We embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and able to contribute their unique talents and perspectives.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Worcester, MA 01605 (Required)
Work Location: In person
