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
• Aid in 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

Requirements

This is a role for someone who is equally comfortable delivering feedback to a new teacher and presenting to a leadership team—someone who is passionate about early childhood education and motivated by the growth and development of the people around them.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in early childhood education, preferably in a leadership capacity
• Experience with classroom observation tools such as ITERS-R, ITERS-3, ECERS-R, ECERS-3, and SACERS
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for early childhood education and a commitment to continuous improvement

Skills

• Excellent observational and assessment skills
• Strong facilitation and coaching abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

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