Coordinator of Child Care

Responsibilities

• Control the quality of services provided through regular formal supervision, case consultation and monthly staff meetings to ensure a high standard of care.
• Provide oversight and weekly supervision to the Child Care and Recreation staff.
• Manage the timely collection and analysis of program data to generate reports, evaluate program performance and determine unmet needs.
• Establish an ongoing program of training and staff development to ensure professional, informed service and to upgrade staff skills.
• Fill in whenever necessary as a teacher.
• Share responsibility for ensuring that all equipment and materials are accessible and in good condition to encourage maximum constructive use by the children.
• Assist in planning the use of community resources to enrich the educational content of the children’s program.
• Ensure that intake assessments are conducted on all children enrolled in the program.
• Ensure that progress notes are maintained and up‑to‑date on all children enrolled in the program.
• Oversee the food program and kitchen.
• Perform other related duties as may be requested by agency heads.

Impact

Services are delivered to the children so that their parents can pursue important activities such as educational or training programs, searching for permanent housing, seeking employment, or attending day programs. The shelter is recognized by advocacy groups, other social service agencies, and residents as a provider of quality services, maintaining a positive image. Compliance with contractual obligations and government regulations is maintained and expanded, ensuring that all residents are treated in a humane and courteous manner.

Nature and Scope

The Child Care and Recreational Coordinator supervises staff in roles not typically associated with social services, emphasizing that the team is interdisciplinary and shares the goal of providing services to victims of domestic violence, maintaining a safe shelter, and facilitating successful relocation to permanent housing. All staff are expected to interact with clients in a supportive, positive way, upholding a high standard of professionalism.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Development (or a minimum Bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience as a group teacher for children under six).
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• High skill level in written and verbal communication, independent judgment, and the ability to develop positive personal relations.
• Excellent grant writing and communication skills.

Compensation

Base salary range: $71,716.84. Salaries may vary based on location, competencies, education, experience, and performance.

Benefits

• Medical coverage (including prescription coverage)
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid holidays
• Annual paid time off (23 days)
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability
• Retirement benefits plan (403(b))
• Potential student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible full‑time employees