Job Description

The Classroom Coordinator will provide direct supervision and support to Teacher Aides in a preschool environment, assisting the team in the implementation of education services; assist the Site Leader in managing the day-to-day center operations through administrative tasks; and contribute to the recruitment and application process of child enrollment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. SUPERVISION 30% - Under the direction of the Center Supervisor, provide direct supervision to Teacher Aides and support the professional development of all Teacher Aides.

   1. Directly supervise classroom TA’s in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures and in collaboration with the Center Supervisor. Responsibilities include: interviewing, orientation/training, monitoring, coaching/mentoring, assessing work performance.

   2. Act as a liaison between classroom staff, the Center Supervisor and the Education Officer – support classroom staff to carry out the recommendations of the Education Officer while facilitating open communication with the Center Supervisor

2. CLASSROOM SUPPORT 20% - Provide technical assistance, mentoring and educational support to Teacher Aides.

   1. Conduct regular classroom observations and provide support in each classroom

   2. Monitor and coordinate staff scheduling and classroom ratios.

   3. Assist in orienting volunteers and providing guidance as needed

3. MANAGEMENT (compliance) 30% - Under the direction of the Center Supervisor and appropriate Component Officer, ensure adherence to program policies and procedures.

   1. Assist the Center Supervisor to oversee classroom practices and child outcomes

   2. Work cooperatively with other component officers to help plan education services integrated with health, behavioral health, dental health, nutrition, parent involvement, and social services.

   3. In cooperation with the FA team, provide direction for the ERSEA process. Provide leadership and supervision of ERSEA policies and procedures.

   4. Manage building, equipment/supply, and inventory tasks.

4. ADMINISTRATION 20% - Assist the Center Supervisor to ensure the operation of a quality early childcare program.

   1. Be committed to the vision and mission of Blue Valley Community Action Partnership and Head Start; be knowledgeable of state licensing and Head Start performance standards

5. Perform assigned clerical duties

   1. Serve as person in charge when the supervisor is out of the building.

   2. Participate in staff and/or interagency meetings as needed; may participate in Education meetings and self assessment

   3. May help coordinate parent/teacher conferences, PFCE activities, Community partnerships and activities, transition activities or other extracurricular activities

   4. Assist Center Supervisor to maintain state licensing requirements

6. VALUES AND COMPETENCIES - Demonstrate a strong commitment to BVCA’s core values and strive to develop personal skills identified in the agency’s core competencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum of Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or a related degree with equivalent coursework.
2. Must have a minimum of 1 year experience working in an early childhood setting.
3. Supervisory experience and/or demonstration of team leadership; coaching/mentoring adults.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Preference will be given to applicant that has at least a Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in the discipline of Early Childhood Education/Child Development OR a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with equivalent coursework and experience in early childhood development.
2. Experience working with and/or detailed knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and/or NE State Child Care Licensing Regulations preferred.
3. Knowledge and experience in mentoring and coaching.

BENEFITS

• This is a full time position at 36 hrs/week; M-F; year round
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident/Cancer/Hospital Confinement Indemnity Plans, Employee Assistance Program, 403 (b) Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off.