Job Posting: Early Childhood Program Coordinator

Job Summary:

Qualifications:

• Evidence of a current Minnesota teaching license in Early Childhood or Parent Education.
• Evidence of previous successful leadership or supervisory experience.
• Evidence of a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Evidence of an excellent record of past performance applicable to the duties of the position.
• Evidence of excellent communication and human relations skills.
• Evidence of excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and group facilitation skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Management:
  • Plan, promote, implement, evaluate, and maintain early learning programs such as Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), Byron Preschool, Parent Education, School Readiness, and Early Childhood Screening.
  • Determine weekly classes, classroom assignments, and staffing.
  • Establish program guidelines and procedures.
  • Coordinate early childhood screening and parent education classes.
  • Collaborate on Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) programming.
  • Ensure smooth student transitions to K-2 programs.
  • Oversee ECFE, Byron Preschool, Parent Education, School Readiness, and Screening programs and staff.
  • Train, mentor, and assign licensed and non-licensed employees with the support of the Community Education Director.
  • Provide professional development opportunities.
  • Facilitate staff meetings and training sessions and support Professional Learning Communities (PLC).
  • Manage fiscal affairs related to early childhood programs in collaboration with the Community Education Director.
  • Prepare reports for the Minnesota Department of Education.
  • Coordinate with the Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department on curriculum development and instructional programming.
  • Organize the Early Childhood Advisory Council for community feedback.
  • Assist in creating and distributing program catalogs and promotional materials.
  • Ensure compliance with Minnesota Statutes and district policies.
• Further Job Expectations:
  • Budgeting and Finance:
    • Create and maintain a budget, including knowledge of ECFE restricted/separate accounts for all funds.
    • Fundraising and grant management.
  • Coordination and Collaboration:
    • Collaborate with other district programs.
    • Coordinate with community agencies to maximize resources and reduce duplication of services.
    • Promote family involvement and engagement, including parent advisory councils.
    • Stay current with MDE communications and changes in statutes.
  • Data Collection and Systems:
    • Manage census data and coordinate with the school district’s MARSS coordinator.
    • Collect and ensure compliance with immunizations.
    • Complete ECFE Reporting and Community Needs Assessment through MDE.
  • Leadership:
    • Develop program goals and strategic plans with the Community Education Director.
    • Participate in Community Education leadership teams.
  • Outreach and Public Relations:
    • Develop relationships with human service providers, child care providers, and early childhood professionals.
    • Engage in marketing and outreach with support from the Community Education Marketing Coordinator.
  • Program Development and Management:
    • Screen and refer students.
    • Implement staff training in First Aid, CPR, and other district safety measures.
    • Design, implement, and monitor programs, services, and classes.
    • Manage registration systems, including online registration and payment systems.
  • Staff Development:
    • Promote and support staff professional development.
  • Management of Programs and Services:
    • Oversee the home visiting program.
  • Management of Staff:
    • Assist in hiring licensed and non-licensed staff.
    • Organize staff meetings and mentor staff.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive salary based on the Teacher Salary Schedule.
• Benefits Package: Includes health insurance, retirement options, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and other items.