Early Childhood Education Coordinator
Full Time Monday - Friday
Pay Rate $29.00
OFFERING : 4 WEEKS VACATION, TUITION ASSISTANCE AND GREAT BENEFITS
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People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!
SUMMARY: The Early Childhood Education Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and enhancing early learning programs for young children (ages 0 – 5). This role involves working directly with the VP of Children's Services and Program Directors to create developmentally appropriate curriculum, providing support to educators, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment for children. The coordinator collaborates with staff, families, and community resources to create a high-quality, developmentally appropriate educational experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Curriculum Development & Implementation
- Work collaboratively with the lead teachers to design and implement age-appropriate and culturally relevant curriculum and activities that align with early childhood standards and best practices, including outdoor/nature-based learning activities
- Ensure that the curriculum is inclusive and meets the needs of diverse learners, including children with special needs
- Evaluate, organize, and update learning materials and resources to support age-appropriate child development goals in cognitive, social-emotional, and physical domains
Staff Training, Supervision, & Support
- Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to early childhood educators on instructional strategies, child development, classroom management, and assessment methods
- Lead professional development sessions and workshops to keep staff updated on current trends and research in early childhood education
- Support teachers in developing individualized learning plans and strategies to support children with diverse learning needs
- Ensure that all classroom staff members meet EEC-mandated annual training requirements
- Assist with onboarding and orientation for new staff
Program Management & Quality Assurance
- Monitor and assess the quality of classroom environments and interactions between teachers and children using validated tools, such as CLASS, ITERS, and ECERS
- Conduct regular classroom observations to ensure compliance with state and local licensing regulations and quality standards, providing supervision and feedback to lead teachers on a regular basis
- Develop and implement program improvement plans and track progress
Family Engagement
- Foster strong partnerships with families by providing resources, communication, and support that promote children's learning and development
- Serve as a liaison between families and staff, addressing concerns and supporting a collaborative approach to child development
Administrative/Other Duties
- Maintain accurate records of children’s progress, staff training, and program assessments
- Assist with enrollment, scheduling, and coordination of services for children
- Provide front desk coverage as needed, including answering and directing telephone calls, greeting families and guests, managing visitor sign-in procedures, and responding to general inquiries
- Provide classroom and program coverage as needed to ensure safe staffing ratios and continuity of operations
- Provide classroom coverage as needed to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Prepare reports and data as needed for internal use, grants, or funding sources
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, division management team member, or division director
- Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled
- Maintain all program and Agency required trainings
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
- Associate’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred.
- MA EEC Infant/Toddler and/or Preschool Lead Teacher certification is required; Director certification is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Experience in curriculum development, program evaluation, and working with diverse populations
Skills
- Strong understanding of child development principles, early learning standards, and best practices
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead and inspire a team and work collaboratively with families and community partners
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, database management, and digital learning platforms
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Knowledge of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care regulations, NAEYC accreditation criteria, and ITERS/ECERS/CLASS assessment tools
- Physicals are required upon hire and every two years. MMRs are required upon hire.
- A qualifying criminal background check and driving record are required; a valid driver’s license is preferred. Must have access to reliable transportation.
Why join our Team?
Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.
At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**
Available Benefits:
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 403(b) savings plan
- Wellness Activities and initiatives
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
- FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center on Site
- Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
- Free Financial Planning/Analysis
- Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Professional Developmental:
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Financial support with monthly student loan payments
- FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Degree Completion Incentive
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People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.
People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefit package that includes health, dental, 403(b), FSA, LTD, Life Insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Incorporated please visit us online at www.peopleinc-fr.org
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