Pre - K/Daycare Coordinator

Beebe School District 

Pre K/Daycare Coordinator

Job Status: Full Time, 243 -day contract

While most responsibilities are during the day, there are a number of night activities throughout the year that are part of the job requirements.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: District Administration

Certified Supervise: All certified and classified staff assigned to the various programs.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pre-K/Daycare Coordinator is responsible for oversight of all the daily activities of the PreK, Day Care, Before/After School program and the summer program (Camp Beebe). The coordinator shall ensure the quality and integrity of all aspects of the program.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Supervise and monitor the safety of children
• Monitor and insure that all classrooms meet ABC, Program Quality, Special Nutrition Program, Child Assessment guidelines and other guidelines required by the state of Arkansas.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures and financial transactions to stay within budgetary constraints. 
• Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to enhance the overall quality and impact of the program.
• Supervise and direct the activities of all early childhood personnel.
• Recruit, interview, and conduct personnel actions (i.e., discipline, discharge, promotion, performance evaluations).
• Collaborate with the school district on all issues. 
• Attend all required training, keep certifications current and attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and professional development sessions to maintain and improve professional competence. 
• Provide professional development for staff members
• Schedule and provide family and community engagement opportunities
• Communicate regularly with participants, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders to provide program updates and address concerns. 
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, regulations, licensing, and legal requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and observe professional ethics

PRE K 

• Ensure facility compliance with all regulating agencies which includes Division of Child Care, Department of Human Services, Early Childhood Education and Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance
• Form and maintain collaborative partnerships with Head Start agencies, Home Visiting (HIPPY and PAT), private daycares, local leads and other community agencies. 
• Work with elementary principals, teachers, and families to transition students to kindergarten, 
• Ensure implementation of the curriculum in classrooms to meet required standards and the individual needs of preschool children including developmental-delayed preschool children.
• Ensure a developmental screening has been completed as required by the program in which the child is enrolled. 
• Complete Developmental Evaluations for new and existing Early Intervention Day Treatment patients as needed.
• Ensure that the following tasks for the ABC program are completed timely: COPA, Work Sampling, and match documentation.

Day Care

• Organize activities and implement a curriculum that allow children to learn about the world and explore their interests 
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime. 
• Ensure proper documentation of children’s progress, routines,and interests. 
• Work with families to transition students to pre kindergarten. 
• Assists teachers in routine classroom operation.

Before/After School/Camp Beebe 

• Plan, organize and oversee the successful execution of a before/after school and summer program.
• Oversee the registration process, including handling applications, waivers, and participant information.
• Develop and plan the overall structure, curriculum, and activities for the summer program.
• Identify and secure necessary resources, facilities, and materials for program implementation. 
• Coordinate logistical aspects of the program, such as transportation, scheduling, and facility arrangements.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required,

Field of Study: Education, Administrator License Preferred

Experience: Previous experience with early childhood education, administration experience preferred

Computer Skills: A level of proficiency with computer applications that are appropriate to the position.

Certifications & Licenses: Current Arkansas teaching license. Other Requirements: 1. Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. 2. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, staff, and the general public.

The Beebe School District has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Beebe School District reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Beebe School District may deem appropriate. It is the policy of the Beebe School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment