Childcare Program Coordinator

The Aroostook County Action Program is seeking a motivated and organized individual to join our team as a Childcare Program Coordinator. In this role, you will work closely with Teachers to plan, prepare, and implement classroom activities and field trips. Your excellent organizational skills and ability to work with young children will be essential in facilitating parent engagement.

Responsibilities:

1. Classroom Planning: Assist Teacher in planning and implementing programs to meet children's physical, social, emotional, and educational needs.
2. Outcome Reporting: Work with Teacher to use outcome reports and IEPs in classroom planning.
3. Documentation: Observe children and document observations.
4. Maintenance and Supervision: Prepare and supervise meals and snacks as required by program and/or staffing.
5. Center Maintenance: Share in maintenance of center, equipment (inside and outside), and supplies.
6. Bus Monitoring: Serve as bus monitor as necessary.
7. Reporting: Complete programmatic and Agency reports as required.

Requirements:

• Experience: 1-2 years of experience working with children in a childcare setting required.
• Skill Requirements: Excellent organizational skills, ability to use Microsoft Office applications and other computer software as applicable to the position, and ability to work with a diverse population.
• Education and Knowledge Requirements: High School education or equivalent, Current CDA, minimum of 60 college credits, with at least 36 credits in Early Childhood and in process of attaining a college degree, Ed Tech II Certification, BHP may be required, Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care License Regulations, First Aid and CPR certification.
• Other Requirements: Ability to work a flexible schedule, must pass required background checks, must hold current C.H.R.C., must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and provide proof of insurance.