JOB SUMMARY: The Early Childhood Center Coordinator is a supervisory position responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the early childhood center located at Program Warm.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Acts as the intermediary for SMA Healthcare in relation to child enrollments and manages all communication pertaining to enrolled children.

· Works with VP-Education to screen, interview and hire new employees. Participates in the progressive disciplinary process of subordinates as needed, guided by the VP-Education and HR Director.

· Provides new instructional staff with training on policies, procedures, curriculum, assessment, screenings, and classroom practices.

· Ensures effective supervision and oversight of the tasks performed by center-assigned staff members.

· Accountable for the day-to-day management of center operations, encompassing tasks such as staff scheduling, monitoring children's attendance, ensuring the successful execution of developmentally appropriate lesson plans, and maintaining optimal staff-to-child ratios.

· Assists teachers with room arrangement and classroom schedule to meet the needs of the children in the classroom and adhere to expectations of the currently adopted curriculum.

· Ensures classrooms are operating in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and are aligned with state early learning standards and other curricula adopted by Easterseals.

· Assists with routine classroom duties and provides coverage in classrooms including lunch breaks, if necessary.

· Conducts periodic observations on all teachers and meets with teachers to provide feedback related to lesson plans, instructional techniques and classroom management.

· Provides technical assistance and clear communication to education staff on a regular basis regarding agency updates, policies, work performance and professional development.

· Maintains accurate child enrollment records to ensure compliance, including the verification of immunization and physical records, as well as other necessary documentation.

· Maintains accurate staff files for compliance, updating annual forms as necessary.

· Documents all drills, inspections, audit and oversight activities to ensure Easterseals’ Early Childhood Education department meets and/or complies with these requirements.

· Ensures program supplies are replenished in a timely manner by submitting proper requests.

· Submits work orders as necessary to ensure facility is well maintained.

· Collaborates in the development of an annual budget for the center and ensures adherence to it.

· Works in collaboration with VP-Education to prepare reports as necessary to assure compliance with National Easterseals and all other agencies, and as requested by the President/CEO and Board of Directors, i.e. employee performance appraisals, budget reports, program statistics, and program evaluation information.

· Assists in formulating, documenting, and executing short and long-term goals to align with both departmental objectives and the overarching strategic plans of Easterseals.

· Preserves the integrity and confidentiality of protected health information of Easter Seals clients.

· Understands, acknowledges, and implements Easterseals privacy policies involving the disclosure of protected health information of Easterseals clients.

· Demonstrates a strong commitment to self-development.

· Maintains a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment.

· Completes all assignments and responsibilities, is flexible and a team player.

· Acts in accordance with the Easterseals behavioral expectations, mission, vision and values.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

· CDA/Staff Credential required, Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or closely related field preferred.

· Valid Florida Child Care Director’s Credential required at time of hire or obtain within 6 months of hire.

· Minimum of 2 years’ early education teaching experience

· Previous supervisory experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Excellent interpersonal skills.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

· Excellent organizational skills.

· Computer literate.

· Positive attitude towards individuals with disabilities and the Easterseals work environment and philosophy.

· Willingness to be flexible.

· Possess the qualities of integrity, tact, and good judgment.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

· Able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach

· Able to see and hear clearly, close up, and within a ten-foot area in order to provide a safe environment.

· Able to express or exchange ideas, indicate client progress, and home care needs by spoken format and in written communication.

· Able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed

USE OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

· Office equipment

· Computer with Microsoft Office

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Mainly operates within an office setting, with occasional work in the classroom environment as required.

· Employees are required to work in a drug-free workplace.

· Employees are required to work in a smoke-free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends & holidays off

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Do you have or are you currently working on your Director's Credential?
• Do you have any supervisory experience?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bunnell, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person