Early Childhood Education - Program Manager (Coordinator)

100% onsite in Los Angeles, CA 90056. Must be fully vaccinated and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the role

The Program Coordinator (PC) provides leadership and direction for the delivery of Quality Start Los Angeles (QSLA), Child Care Initiative Project (CCIP), Resource Center, Early Childhood Educators (ECE) Professional Development Trainings, Provider Cafés, and other specially funded projects for the R&R Program. The PC manages a team of R&R Supervisors and coordinates activities in support of R&R Services, ensuring compliance with fiscal and programmatic requirements within and between Crystal Stairs and partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Work with R&R Program Manager to plan, administer, and monitor programs, grants, and projects to ensure contract and budget compliance.
• Oversee coordination and support staff in the implementation of QSLA, CCIP, Resource Center, ECE professional development trainings, Provider Cafés, and other special projects.
• Identify, cultivate, secure, and sustain child care provider partnerships to inform program resources and collaborations.
• Oversee timely submission of invoices and required reports; maintain necessary records and files for efficient business conduct and audit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, agency policies, and assist in data collection and analysis to evaluate and enhance program operations and client services.
• Oversee procurement of goods and services in adherence to agency policy and procedures.
• Represent program and agency at professional organizations, contract, partner, and community meetings; participate in work groups, committees, and ad hoc groups as necessary.
• Supervise and monitor department personnel, including hiring, orientation, training, mentoring, and motivating staff; conduct periodic check-ins and performance reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned by R&R Program Manager and/or Senior Management.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts/Science degree from an accredited college or university in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related Human/Social Services field; relevant work experience may substitute for college-level education.
• Master’s Degree a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory and project management experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years of related experience in early childhood education, child development, or working with children in special needs settings.
• Experience working with adult learners and diverse client populations.
• Experience planning, implementing, and coordinating major projects and trainings requiring collaboration with diverse groups.
• Valid California driver’s license, use of a motor vehicle, and evidence of automobile liability insurance.
• Must successfully pass a tuberculosis screening within 90 days of employment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (95% employer-paid).
• 401k matching options.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-paid legal services.
• Paid sick and vacation time.
• Paid holidays and winter break.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Robust Learning Management System offering continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM.