Education Coordinator

ABOUT HOLY FAMILY MINISTRIES

Holy Family Ministries is a unique community that provides educational opportunities for children, youth, and families in Chicago's under-resourced neighborhoods, to excel academically, grow spiritually, expand life experiences, and become exceptional leaders. For nearly forty years, Holy Family has provided hope and purpose, rooted in faith, through the transforming power of education. Approximately 500 children, across four programs, are enrolled in year-round programming, each experiencing the chance for a brighter future. At Holy Family, Excellence in Education goes beyond just the classroom, ensuring every child has the chance to succeed in school and in life.

The four stellar programs available at Holy Family Ministries: 1) Little Learners Academy - Early learning education, 2) Holy Family School - Education for K-8, 3) Adventures in Learning - afterschool and summer camp, and 4) The Peace Exchange -youth leadership and violence prevention program.

JOB OVERVIEW

Under the general direction of the Director of Little Learners Academy, the Education Coordinator has primary responsibility for providing hands-on support to LLA teaching staff in all 4 PFA classrooms. Co-collaboration in ideas for preparing individualized lessons or assisting with assessments and data. Will act as the in house substitute teacher if a LLA teacher is either sick or on PTO.

JOB OVERVIEW

Under the general direction of the Director of Little Learners Academy, the Early Learning Lead has primary responsibility for providing hands-on support to LLA teaching staff in all 4 PFA classrooms. Co-collaboration in ideas for preparing individualized lessons or assisting with assessments and data. Will act as the in house substitute teacher if a LLA teacher is either sick or on PTO.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps with behavior management during lessons, IEP support in process with the lead of the Director.
• Acts as LLA’s in-house substitute teacher in the absence of Lead or Associate Teachers.
• Meet monthly with all Preschool for All (PFA) Teachers and Teacher Assistants to provide individualized coaching, support, and professional development aligned with classroom goals and program standards.
• Create and maintain a flexible schedule for pull-out and pull-in instructional support based on teacher and classroom needs, ensuring targeted assistance for students and balanced staff coverage.
• Conduct Classroom Observations
• Review and provide lesson plan feedback.
• Assists with Kindergarten transition planning/tracking and co-creating and management of PBIS
• Manages DFSS CARES database as instructed by the Director.
• Organizes, facilitates, and conducts meetings or trainings for staff
• Conducts at least one quarterly check-in with enrolled families on Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) as required per DFSS
• Organizes and participates in delegate inter-agency meetings
• Participates in community boards, councils, advisory groups, etc., representing the agency when needed
• Attends state-wide pre-service training; participates in delegate pre-service training and maintains ongoing efforts for professional development
• Maintains organized records of activities related to the enrolled students/PFA & private pay families, including but not limited to, family files
• Submits accurate, prompt reports as requested by Director or grantee staff
• Ensures absolute confidentiality with respect to information records concerning families and children
• Communicate with students about their challenges and come up with ideas about how to overcome them
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings and weekends as needed for special events.
• Ability to travel at times for staff development, and meetings.
• Ability to successfully work with culturally diverse staff and clients.
• Performs other duties, as requested. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree (Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Family Studies preferred)
• Illinois Gateways ECE Level 2 or higher required or willing to obtain while employed
• Illinois Gateways Director Credential preferred
• Familiarity with the PFA - Early Learning philosophy & scope
• Proficient in MS Suites and Google Suites
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and innovative
• Excellent communications skills (verbal and written)
• Friendly and optimistic demeanor
• Team player
• Ability to learn and follow DFSS procedures & systems.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal daily supervision and guidance
• Knowledge of community resources
• Ability to present a positive image of the HFS organization to members of the community
• Ability to pass a health examination and TB test

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Able to work indoors and occasionally outdoors. Role requires sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, seeing, hearing, and the ability to lift a minimum of 10lbs.

BENEFITS (full-time employees only):

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

403(b)

Holy Family Ministries is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. Accommodation is available upon request and certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $62,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your Illinois Gateways ECE Level 2
• Are you familiar with the PFA - Early Learning philosophy & scope? Where did you gain your experience?
• Are you familiar with Pre-School For All and Headstart programs? If yes, what organization/school did you gain your experience

• How many years of experience do you have coaching peers or subordinates?
• Are you familiar with Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) as required per DFSS?

• How many years of classroom observation experience do you have?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $62,700