Program Coordinator

Job Description

Summary

Leadership position responsible for guiding educational quality and pedagogical practice across all programs serving children birth through age five. Lead professional development, mentor teaching staff, and ensure implementation of developmentally appropriate practices aligned with Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS). Support continuous quality improvement through coaching, curriculum development, and program assessment.

Duties

Daily Operations Coordination

Oversee daily program operations and facility management

Coordinate staff scheduling, coverage, and substitute arrangements

Manage building safety, maintenance requests, and emergency procedures

Ensure smooth transitions and communication between shiftsClassroom Support Coverage

Maintain active teaching credentials and classroom coverage as needed

Support teachers with classroom management and educational resources

Conduct informal classroom observations and provide feedback

Assist with child supervision during transitions and special eventsFamily Communication Services

Handle day-to-day parent inquiries and concerns

Support enrollment processes and tour coordination

Manage family communication systems and updates

Coordinate family events and engagement activitiesAdministrative Support

Assist with licensing compliance and documentation requirements

Support record-keeping for attendance, incidents, and program data

Coordinate with external vendors, services, and maintenance

Provide backup administrative support for director and operations managerProgram Quality Staff Support

Support staff professional development and training coordination

Assist with policy implementation and procedure updates

Monitor program quality standards and safety protocols

Facilitate communication between administrative and teaching staffLeadership Backup

Serve as acting supervisor in absence of director or operations manager

Make operational decisions within established guidelines

Handle urgent situations and escalate as appropriate

Represent program professionally with families and community partners

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required

Minimum 5 years teaching experience in early childhood settings

Previous coaching or mentoring experience required

Advanced knowledge of CT ELDS and DOTS

Experience with various curriculum approaches

Strong understanding of adult learning principles

Excellence in written and verbal communication

Experience with quality rating systems and accreditation

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of current early childhood research and trends

Nice To Haves

Professional Skills

Ability to build trusting relationships with staff

Strong observation and assessment skills

Excellence in providing constructive feedback

Ability to differentiate coaching approaches

Strong organizational and time management skills

Effective problem-solving abilities

Cultural competence and sensitivity

Ability to lead change initiatives

Excellence in facilitation and presentation

Strong analytical and research skillsSchedule

Full-time position following program calendar

Flexibility to accommodate staff schedules 6:00am-6:30pm

Evening hours for family events and training

Occasional weekend professional development

Full-time