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FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Education Coordinator.
Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.
Job Summary
The Education Coordinator provides leadership and oversight of educational services to ensure high-quality early childhood instruction and full compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing regulations, and Child Care Partnership requirements. This position supports curriculum implementation, child assessment, school readiness goals, instructional coaching, and continuous quality improvement across all program sites. The Education Coordinator works collaboratively with site leadership, teaching staff, and program administration to promote positive child outcomes and maintain program excellence.
MAJOR DUTIES
Ensure implementation of research-based curriculum with fidelity across Head Start, Early Head Start, and Child Care Partnership classrooms.
Monitor compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, state early learning guidelines, and licensing requirements related to education services.
Assist with preparation for federal, state, and local monitoring
Maintain accurate educational documentation and
Provide guidance and support in lesson planning and classroom
Ensure alignment of curriculum with school readiness goals and child development
Support the integration of developmentally appropriate practices for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Promote inclusive practices for children with disabilities and dual language
Oversee ongoing child assessment processes and ensure timely, accurate data
Analyze child outcome data to inform instruction and program
Collaborate with leadership to develop and monitor school readiness
Provide data reports and recommendations to program
Provide instructional coaching and classroom observations to support teacher
Develop and coordinate professional development plans based on identified
Support onboarding and mentoring of new teaching
Support communication between program leadership and teaching
Contribute to continuous quality improvement
Knowledge Required By The Position
Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and early childhood best
Strong understanding of child development (birth to age five).
Ability to analyze data and use findings to drive instructional
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal
Ability to provide constructive feedback and support professional
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and child assessment/data management
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in office and classroom settings across multiple program
Frequent standing, walking, observing classrooms, and occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds).
Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for training or
Local travel between sites
Must pass required background checks and meet all program health and safety
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in early childhood education, preferably within a Head Start or Early Head Start program.
Experience with curriculum implementation, child assessment systems, and instructional
Supervisory or leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.
Job Summary
The Education Coordinator provides leadership and oversight of educational services to ensure high-quality early childhood instruction and full compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing regulations, and Child Care Partnership requirements. This position supports curriculum implementation, child assessment, school readiness goals, instructional coaching, and continuous quality improvement across all program sites. The Education Coordinator works collaboratively with site leadership, teaching staff, and program administration to promote positive child outcomes and maintain program excellence.
MAJOR DUTIES
Ensure implementation of research-based curriculum with fidelity across Head Start, Early Head Start, and Child Care Partnership classrooms.
Monitor compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, state early learning guidelines, and licensing requirements related to education services.
Assist with preparation for federal, state, and local monitoring
Maintain accurate educational documentation and
Provide guidance and support in lesson planning and classroom
Ensure alignment of curriculum with school readiness goals and child development
Support the integration of developmentally appropriate practices for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Promote inclusive practices for children with disabilities and dual language
Oversee ongoing child assessment processes and ensure timely, accurate data
Analyze child outcome data to inform instruction and program
Collaborate with leadership to develop and monitor school readiness
Provide data reports and recommendations to program
Provide instructional coaching and classroom observations to support teacher
Develop and coordinate professional development plans based on identified
Support onboarding and mentoring of new teaching
- Facilitate training sessions related to curriculum, assessment, and instructional best Work closely with Site Supervisors, Family Services, Disabilities, and Mental Health staff to ensure comprehensive services for children and families.
Support communication between program leadership and teaching
Contribute to continuous quality improvement
Knowledge Required By The Position
Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and early childhood best
Strong understanding of child development (birth to age five).
Ability to analyze data and use findings to drive instructional
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal
Ability to provide constructive feedback and support professional
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and child assessment/data management
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in office and classroom settings across multiple program
Frequent standing, walking, observing classrooms, and occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds).
Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for training or
Local travel between sites
Must pass required background checks and meet all program health and safety
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in early childhood education, preferably within a Head Start or Early Head Start program.
Experience with curriculum implementation, child assessment systems, and instructional
Supervisory or leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.