Education & Inclusion Coordinator

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Education Manager, this position oversees educational services at the designated center, supervises infant/toddler teaching staff and classrooms, and supports the Education/Disabilities Coordinator for preschool as needed. Responsibilities include supervising coaches and teaching staff in delivering developmentally appropriate Early Childhood Education curriculum, identifying children with special needs, and ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC accreditation, and other regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Collaboration
  • Serve as a member of the management team, modeling the agency’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Participate in program monitoring and assessment, including monthly reports, annual needs assessments, and data analysis for the Program Information Report.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations (licenses, grant requirements, performance standards) and adhere to program policies and NAEYC Code of Ethics.
  • Coordinate services for children and families with content area managers.
  • Utilize conflict resolution and emotional intelligence to address workplace challenges.
  • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and community agencies to develop and monitor individual Education or Family Service Plans.
  • Report on department compliance, successes, and areas for improvement, including action plans.
  • Monitor and evaluate the progress of the education department and classrooms, including children and classroom data.
  • Supervise and collaborate with Education and Mental Health consultants.
  • Attend leadership meetings and present data/reports.
• Supervision
  • Supervise and support teaching staff in effective teaching practices, curriculum implementation, training, goal planning, and performance evaluations.
  • Celebrate staff successes and provide team-building opportunities.
  • Develop and monitor professional development plans for staff and participate in agency-wide training.
  • Deliver training and workshops for families and provide resources.
  • Supervise coaching staff and ensure coaching fidelity.
  • Maintain proper classroom coverage and create daily schedules.
  • Recommend and initiate corrective action for areas of improvement.
  • Collaborate with the Education Manager and Human Resources on career development counseling.
  • Interview candidates and recommend hires to Human Resources.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and prepare performance improvement plans.
  • Ensure timely completion of learning experiences, home visits, attendance records, and observations by teaching staff.
• Family Support
  • Participate in transitions for children to ensure successful program transitions.
  • Partner with families as their children’s first teacher through meetings, conferences, and trainings.
  • Collaborate with the Individual Support Specialist on child assessments, screenings, observations, and service referrals.
• Community Involvement
  • Assist with program recruitment and enrollment of children and staff.
  • Monitor attendance and review/approve timesheets for teaching and coaching staff.
  • Serve as a LULAC and community liaison in education, disabilities, and mental health.
  • Travel and attend workshops, conferences, and agency meetings outside regular work hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or related field.
• Supervisory, management, or leadership course study.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching or mentoring adults.
• Knowledge of staff professional accomplishments.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of Early Childhood Education and child growth and development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Health screening and TB test prior to employment.
• Pass a criminal record and background check.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of motor vehicle insurance.