Education & Curriculum Coordinator

Position Summary

Kids World Learning Center is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, organized, and collaborative Education & Curriculum Coordinator to join our Leadership Team.

This position plays an important role in supporting educators, strengthening classroom practices, monitoring curriculum implementation, and maintaining the high-quality standards expected throughout Kids World Learning Center.

The Education & Curriculum Coordinator will work directly with teachers to ensure lesson plans, classroom environments, learning experiences, documentation, and daily practices align with Kids World's educational philosophy, Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), Georgia Pre-K requirements, Quality Rated, and NAEYC accreditation standards, as applicable.

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about early childhood education, demonstrates strong leadership potential, and understands the importance of supporting teachers through coaching, accountability, professional development, and positive communication.

Previous childcare experience is strongly preferred. However, candidates with a strong educational background, demonstrated management skills, and the ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge effectively will also be considered.

Essential Responsibilities

Curriculum & Lesson Planning

• Review teachers' lesson plans regularly to ensure developmentally appropriate, engaging, and intentional learning experiences.
• Monitor the implementation of approved curricula, including Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies, and other programs adopted by Kids World.
• Support educators in aligning lesson plans and activities with GELDS and applicable Georgia Pre-K standards.
• Ensure lesson plans incorporate appropriate developmental goals, child interests, hands-on learning, and differentiated instruction.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to teachers regarding instructional practices.
• Assist educators with curriculum resources, classroom materials, and activity planning.
• Support meaningful child observations, assessments, and documentation of developmental progress.
• Encourage creativity, child engagement, and high-quality learning experiences.

Quality Rated, NAEYC & Accreditation Compliance

• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of Quality Rated and NAEYC accreditation standards.
• Conduct routine classroom observations and quality checks.
• Monitor classroom environments, learning centers, materials, schedules, and instructional practices.
• Identify areas requiring improvement and work collaboratively with teachers to develop corrective action plans.
• Assist with gathering, organizing, and maintaining accreditation documentation and evidence.
• Support classroom readiness for assessments, monitoring visits, and accreditation reviews.
• Stay informed about applicable Georgia DECAL licensing requirements and early childhood education best practices.
• Report compliance concerns promptly to the Owner/Director or designated administrator.
• Help ensure classroom quality is maintained consistently rather than only during formal reviews.

Teacher Coaching & Professional Development

• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and instructional support to educators.
• Identify teachable moments and opportunities to strengthen classroom practices.
• Assist with onboarding and training new educators in curriculum expectations and classroom procedures.
• Provide individual and group training as directed by leadership.
• Help educators establish achievable professional development goals.
• Conduct follow-up observations to evaluate progress and improvement.
• Encourage positive guidance, inclusive practices, effective classroom management, and developmentally appropriate teaching.
• Support a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and teamwork.

Staff Training & Professional Development Records

• Maintain accurate records of required professional development and training hours for educators.
• Monitor employee training requirements, deadlines, and completion status.
• Assist staff with navigating the Georgia Professional Development System (GaPDS), as appropriate.
• Notify educators and leadership of upcoming training deadlines.
• Identify professional development opportunities aligned with program needs.
• Support leadership in ensuring required credentials, training documentation, and continuing education records remain current.
• Maintain organized and confidential training records.

Classroom Quality & Program Operations

• Conduct regular classroom walkthroughs and observations.
• Monitor classroom organization, learning environments, and appropriate use of materials.
• Assist educators with improving daily schedules, transitions, supervision practices, and child engagement.
• Ensure teachers understand and follow curriculum-related policies and procedures.
• Help identify classroom resource and instructional supply needs.
• Collaborate with leadership to address recurring classroom concerns.
• Assist with classroom coverage when necessary and when qualified, while maintaining primary coordinator responsibilities.
• Support special educational initiatives, family engagement activities, and center-wide learning experiences.

Leadership & Communication

• Participate in Leadership Team meetings and contribute to program improvement planning.
• Provide regular updates to the Owner/Director regarding classroom quality, teacher progress, training needs, and accreditation readiness.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with educators, families, and leadership.
• Promote teamwork and positive workplace relationships.
• Provide feedback in a supportive, constructive, and professional manner.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding employees, children, and families.
• Model Kids World Learning Center's values, policies, and professional expectations.
• Assist with other education-related and operational responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Associates degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Education Leadership, or a closely related field strongly preferred.
• Candidates actively pursuing a bachelor's degree with relevant experience and demonstrated leadership ability may be considered.

Experience:

• Previous experience working in childcare or early childhood education strongly preferred.
• Experience in teacher mentoring, supervision, training, or management preferred.
• Candidates without direct childcare experience must demonstrate strong organizational and leadership skills, the ability to learn quickly, and a commitment to mastering early childhood education standards.

Required Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and support employee growth.
• Excellent organization, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and apply educational standards, policies, and procedures.
• Proficiency with computers, digital recordkeeping, and educational technology.
• Ability to work independently while following the direction of the Owner/Director.
• Willingness to complete required training and maintain applicable credentials.

Preferred Knowledge:

• Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS).
• Georgia Pre-K program requirements.
• Quality Rated standards.
• NAEYC accreditation standards.
• Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies.
• GaPDS and professional development requirements.
• Developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through school age.

Performance Expectations

The Education & Curriculum Coordinator will be evaluated on:

• Consistent review and improvement of lesson plans.
• Quality and effectiveness of classroom observations and follow-up coaching.
• Progress toward maintaining Quality Rated and NAEYC standards.
• Accurate and timely monitoring of employee training records.
• Educator participation in professional development and instructional improvement.
• Quality of communication, organization, and documentation.
• Positive working relationships with educators and leadership.
• Ability to identify concerns, recommend solutions, and follow through on improvement plans.

Leadership Authority & Accountability

This position is a member of the Kids World Learning Center Leadership Team and is responsible for providing instructional guidance, monitoring educational quality, and supporting educator accountability.

The coordinator may assign approved curriculum-related tasks, request instructional documentation, and provide coaching within the responsibilities established by the Owner/Director.

Formal employee discipline, changes to employment status, compensation decisions, and significant operational or policy decisions remain the responsibility of the Owner/Director or specifically authorized management personnel.

The coordinator is expected to lead through knowledge, professionalism, encouragement, clear communication, and consistent follow-through.

Our Core Values: Keep Kindness • Wear a Positive Attitude • Listen, Laugh, Learn • Create Joy

Salary : $14 - $16