Early Childhood Coordinator
Academic Staff
Terminal (Fixed Term)
Early Child Edu Assoc Dir
Primary responsibility supporting high quality early childhood programming and oversight at 1-2 centers. Supervise, support, and provide resources and training to staff in the areas of child development, curriculum implementation, staff development, classroom/behavior management, record keeping. Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of program activities and parent meetings. Identify and support the special needs of children (disabilities, social/emotional health, dual language learning) with assistance from specialists and coaches. Network and collaborate with leadership teams and professionals in the community. Provides leadership and accountability for designated areas.
- Serves as a liaison and fosters communication between internal and external stakeholders to provide clear and consistent information
- Assists with the development and implementation of early childhood curriculums, professional development, and operating policies and procedures to comply with regulations, institutional policies, and unit objectives
- Supervises the day-to-day activities of early childhood education staff to ensure the safety and physical well-being of children in a specified child care facility
- Relays effective and pertinent communication to internal and external stakeholders from unit leadership regarding current program and site activities
- Implements and supervises the operations of special programming and events
- Monitors licensing, accreditation documentation, and other required program reports according to established rules and regulations
- Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
- Assists in developing and auditing the unit budget
Head Start
Base Salary Range - $57,445.42 - $61,285.09
Prorated salary of $ 50,839.20 - $54,237.3 for 46 weeks of work each year starting last week in July through second week in June
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development or closely related field
Two years of lead teaching experience working with young children (ages 3-8)
Minimum of two years of experience leading, mentoring and supporting child-development services
Two or more years of Early Childhood Education supervisory experience
Experience implementing High Scope, Pyramid Model or Conscious Discipline
Proven knowledge of Practice Based Coaching
Experience with Child Plus or Teaching Strategies Gold
Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:
*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.
Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.
To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 06/07/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 920-424-1166
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to interact with preschool age children, including: moving and reacting quickly when necessary to ensure safety of children; lifting or carrying a child in order to provide assistance and/or to respond to an unsafe situation; standing, sitting, bending, climbing in/out of van and/or bus; stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling to interact with children at their level; carry thirty (30) to fifty (50) pounds.
Working Conditions While Performing Essential Functions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The environment is dependent on the site of the center. Office space may be confined to the classroom area or may be separate. Children are present up to seven and a quarter hours per day and staff are exposed to moderate noise
Work Authorization
Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
