Early Childhood Education Program Site Coordinator with Refugee Women's Alliance in Seattle, WA:
- Location: Based out of one of our five early learning centers.
- Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
- Compensation: $26.00-$31.00 per hour
- Status: Regular Full-Time
- Reports To: Early Childhood Education Director
About ReWA:
Refugee Women's Alliance (ReWA) is a nationally recognized multiethnic nonprofit organization that provides award-winning services to refugee and immigrant women and their families throughout King and Snohomish Counties.
ReWA promotes inclusion, independence, personal leadership, and strong communities by providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services. The organization advocates for social justice, equal access to services, and public policy change while respecting cultural values and the right to self-determination.
ReWA's clients come from more than 70 countries around the world, including Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Services are delivered in more than 50 languages and dialects and are designed to create lasting impact for individuals and families throughout the Puget Sound region.
About the Role:
ReWA is seeking an Early Childhood Education Program Site Coordinator to support the delivery of a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive early learning program. Working closely with the Early Childhood Education Director and Administrative Team, this role helps ensure compliance with licensing requirements, performance standards, health and safety regulations, and program quality expectations.
The Site Coordinator plays a key role in supporting staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, overseeing health and safety practices, and ensuring high-quality services for children and families.
What You'll Do:
Program Coordination & Compliance
- Serve as Site Coordinator in collaboration with the Early Childhood Education Director and ECE Administrative Team.
- Assist with monitoring compliance with program contracts, ECEAP and Step Ahead performance standards, National Accreditation Commission (NAC) requirements, licensing regulations, and Early Achievers guidelines.
- Compile program data and assist with required reporting.
- Maintain program files and administrative documentation, including staff leave requests, reimbursements, city subsidy vouchers, and DSHS co-pay documentation.
- Maintain confidentiality of participant and program records.
Health, Safety & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with agency Health Policies, Disaster Plans, and inspection requirements.
- Coordinate and monitor fire safety equipment, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and required inspections.
- Plan and conduct monthly fire drills, quarterly earthquake drills, and biannual lockdown drills.
- Monitor first aid supplies, disaster preparedness materials, and emergency response resources.
- Oversee building and playground health and safety practices.
- Monitor and file child and adult injury reports and assist with regular analysis in partnership with the Program Director.
- Ensure handwashing protocols and other health and safety procedures are consistently followed.
Staff Support & Training
- Monitor and coordinate required staff health and safety trainings, including: First Aid, CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, Food Handler Certification, Medication Management, Communicable Disease Prevention, and Disaster Preparedness
- Support maintenance of classroom staffing ratios in accordance with licensing requirements and step into classrooms when needed.
- Foster teamwork, collaboration, professionalism, and high program quality among staff.
- Attend agency and program meetings and trainings.
Child Health & Family Records Management
- Maintain current emergency contact and authorized pickup information for children.
- Maintain current records related to allergies, asthma, and other medical conditions.
- Update allergy information monthly.
- Ensure medication management procedures are followed, including care plans, medication administration, and renewal of expired medications.
Nutrition & USDA Compliance
- Collaborate with program cooks to finalize monthly menus in compliance with USDA guidelines.
- Complete monthly meal count reports.
- Conduct quarterly meal observations.
- Complete annual USDA study month reviews and related documentation.
Technology & Administrative Support
- Provide computer and technical support to Early Childhood Education staff.
- Assist with administrative functions and program operations as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Early Childhood Education Program Specialist and Director.
What We're Looking For:
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree (A.A.) in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Experience working in multicultural and multilingual environments.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Respect for diverse experiences, perspectives, languages, cultures, values, and knowledge.
- Strong computer skills and administrative capabilities.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Valid Washington State driver's license and current vehicle insurance.
- Experience working with immigrant and refugee families.
- Ability to occasionally work flexible hours.
Required Certifications & Eligibility
- Candidates must meet federal and state health and safety requirements for childcare programs and maintain credentials including: First Aid, CPR, Food Handler Certification, CPS Training, TB Test Clearance
- Must successfully pass a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual or bicultural experience, particularly in: Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, French, Oromo, Amharic, Eritrean languages, Somali, Tigrinya
Benefits: ReWA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, 403(b) Retirement Plan
Why Join ReWA?
Join a mission driven organization dedicated to helping refugee and immigrant families thrive. At ReWA, you'll be part of a collaborative team that supports children, families, and communities through culturally responsive early learning programs that make a lasting impact.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ReWA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages women, minorities, and other underrepresented groups to apply. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
