Education Coordinator

About the Role

As an Education Coordinator at Child Development Schools, you will serve as a coach, resource, and advocate for the educators across your assigned centers. Your work directly shapes the quality of education that over 30,000 children receive every day. You will spend your time in classrooms -- observing, coaching, and collaborating with teachers to strengthen their practice and improve outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to plan, implement, and continuously improve the HighReach Learning curriculum and activity plans across all age groups
• Conduct formal and informal classroom observations, sharing specific feedback with teachers and administration to recognize best practices and identify areas for growth
• Evaluate classroom environments using assessment tools including ITERS-R, ITERS-3, ECERS-R, ECERS-3, and SACERS, and provide actionable recommendations to improve program quality
• Provide constructive, ongoing coaching and support to teachers, fostering continuous improvement in classroom practices
• Support positive staff-child interactions and promote a nurturing, inclusive environment across all assigned centers
• Assist with new employee training and mentorship, ensuring staff have the skills, knowledge, and access to resources needed to succeed
• Support teacher and family retention by equipping educators with the tools and confidence to deliver quality experiences
• Attend monthly Education Coordinator calls or review recordings to stay current on company goals, educational requirements, and best practices
• Foster a welcoming environment for children, families, and teachers that contributes to center morale and community engagement

About Child Development Schools

Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Austin, TX, Child Development Schools operates over 270 childcare centers across 11 states through our three early childhood education brands: Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders. We proudly provide quality care and developmental education to over 30,000 children aged six weeks to twelve years. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace.

Pay and Benefits

Pay: $15-18 per hour, based on experience and education. Full-time Employees Receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Up to 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Education assistance to pursue your degree
• Free access to online training and professional development resources