Preschool / Kindergarten Coordinator

Purpose

To establish a partnership with families to support their children’s development. To ensure policies and procedures are consistent with a developmentally appropriate program in accordance with the school’s goals and philosophy. To support and supervise staff and be responsible for the Preschool and Kindergarten Program.

Classroom and Program

• Comprehensive background knowledge of current research and resources for the basis of a developmentally appropriate early childhood program.
• Knowledge and experience in Project Approach, Assessment and the Reggio Emilia Approach.
• Ability to offer a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of both the individual and the group, based on NAEYC Accreditation criteria.
• Assist the lead teachers with weekly lesson planning if necessary.
• Provide classroom assistants with the opportunity to have input in the planning of the program.
• Supervise, train, and assist in the evaluation of preschool/Kdg. staff with frequent feedback.
• Coordinate the weekly parent newsletter and parent information areas.
• Assist the lead teachers with developmental topics, announcements and community happenings that are to be included in newsletters.
• Observe, record, and report significant individual and group behavior.
• Use appropriate and positive discipline, and train staff so that discipline is consistent.
• Keep staff informed of program goals and developments both with children, parents, and administration.
• Carry out guidelines of the training manual and administrative directives.
• Observe the classrooms regularly.
• Conduct regular meetings with Lead Teachers.
• Assist with subbing in the classrooms when staff is absent.
• Assist the lead teachers in training new staff.
• Assist in mentoring and meeting with new staff along with Human Resource Coordinator.
• Assist the lead teachers with difficult conferences.
• Attend IEP meetings for children in the program. Work with staff to incorporate and support children with special needs.
• Present, prepare and participate in New To School family meetings and Transition meetings.
• Train, support and guide Lead Teachers with their responsibilities.
• Coordinate movement of children ready to move with Lead Teachers and other coordinators.
• Contact parents of children moving or when it is predicted they may move.
• Assist in planning and implementing staff professional development in-services.
• Distribute and monitor petty cash for program materials.

Administration

• Assist with opening and closing the school.
• Answer, screen, and appropriately handle telephone calls.
• Cheerful disposition and strong people skills when handling phone and greeting parents and visitors.
• Maintain the Preschool/Kindergarten Waitlist and filling spots when they become available.
• Coordinate movement of children with Infant/Toddler Coordinator.
• Arrange staffing time off and vacation requests; rotating with Infant/and Toddler Coordinator.
• Total time cards of all Preschool, Kindergarten and Floater Staff, and record vacation, sick and personal days for each staff member.
• Arrange daily staffing due to staff call-ins.
• Participate with Human Resource Coordinator in the hiring and interviewing of staff.
• Assist with Human Resource Coordinator in contacting future job applicants at college job fairs, contacting advisors, local newspaper ads, etc.
• Attend community fairs as requested.
• Present workshops in and outside school to parents and community as requested.
• Assist in general organization of front desk area, general storage and front kitchen.
• Assist Administration with deliveries and distributing supplies to proper location.
• Assist in the organization of special services for families (Picture Day, Developmental Screening Days)
• Help with planning and preparation of family festivals, and parent seminars.
• Communicate between the administration and teaching staff.
• If delegated, take the responsibility in the termination process of an employee.
• Provide suggestions to administration for changes and improvement in school program.
• Administer medications to the children, ensure correct permission form for all prescribed medication is on file, record the information on the proper form and store the medication appropriately.
• Attend staff and parent meetings.
• Continue professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education/ Child Development. or related field.  Masters Degree preferred.
• At least one year Lead Teacher and Administrative experience.
• A warm and friendly personality.
• Sensitive to the feelings and needs of others.
• Able to relate well to children and adults.
• Willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school’s educational philosophy and program.
• First Aid/CPR Certification
  

Requirements

• Evidence of emotional maturity and stability.
• Decision making skills and judgment to handle crisis situations.
• Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children.
• Physical stamina to maintain the rigorous pace of a full day child care program (including inside and outside activities on a daily basis, year round).
• A sincere commitment to maintain the highest quality program possible.
• Ability to take directions and work in a team setting.
• Ability to conduct parent conferences in a positive, productive manner.
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance from the Executive Director.
• Ability to supervise Lead Teachers, Classroom Assistants, and other personnel.
• Ability to lift and carry a 40 pound child to safety.
• A physical every 2 years with a TB clearance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor in all situations
• Ability to be flexible and change direction or responsibility based on the changing and immediate needs of the center.
• Obtain 15 hours of professional training every school year (July 1 to June 30).

Time Commitment

• 40 hours a week or as needed.
• Exempt status