School Program Coordintor

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Key Responsibilities

School Program Support

• Assist with opening and closing procedures, manage daily operations to ensure a consistent and smooth flow of activities.
• Support the Executive School Director in the management of the School, consistent with all state and local regulations and The Gardner School policies and procedures.
• Assists teachers and School leadership in ensuring that classroom and playground equipment is maintained in good repair.
• Enforces all safety rules and regulations with Team Members for the safety of the children and parents.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents and families, addressing any questions, concerns, and feedback to support the school’s commitment to exceptional care.
  
  

• Support ED and AD in monitoring and ensuring adherence to state licensing standards and maintaining the required student-to-teacher ratios at all times.
  
  

• Supports Team Member break schedules to ensure appropriate coverage, helping maintain compliance with staffing ratios and ensuring uninterrupted program quality. (Spends approximately 50% of time in classroom to support ratios and team breaks.)
  
  

• Review lesson plans to confirm alignment with curriculum standards.
• Manage enrichment programs, and teach enrichment classes, fostering a dynamic and engaging learning experience for children.
• Vendor management for enrichment programs.
• Assist teachers with planning and implementing curriculum that reflects classroom observations and the goals of each child.
  
  

• Provide additional classroom support as needed, assisting teachers and Team members to ensure quality programming and a safe, productive environment.
• Lead and teach children through all activities of the day, ensuring they have an enjoyable, well-rounded educational experience in the absence of teaching Team Members.
  
  

• Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred). Prefer degree in Early Childhood Education, Education Administration, or related field.
  
  

• A minimum of two years’ experience in a licensed childcare with at least one year as a teacher or supervising a childcare program.
  
  

• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  
  

• Must be able to react quickly with sound judgment and problem-solving skills in complex and critical situations such as injuries and accidents.
• Must love working with children and have a loving and nurturing personality
• Excellent communication skills, including personal face-to-face communications with parents, Team Members, and children
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of school directives, curriculum, and software
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional and positive relationships with parents and co-workers
• Strong understanding of licensing standards and ratios
• Problem solving skills
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently
• Ability to multi-task
• Regular and reliable attendance
  
  

• Ability to operate computer, phone and other office equipment as needed
• Ability to lift and carry children up to 60 pounds
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position
• Conduct class observations