Education Coordinator

Education Coordinator

The Education Coordinator for the Family Child Care Home Education Network (FCCHEN) Program is responsible for coaching, training, mentoring, and monitoring Network Contract Family Child Care Providers and Education Specialists across multiple counties. This role ensures the implementation of best practices in early childhood education while adhering to Federal and State regulations.

The coordinator supports and plans high-quality educational services that enhance child and family engagement, support school readiness, and promote positive outcomes. They also facilitate professional development opportunities for providers to meet the program's educational objectives. This position is fully on-site, requiring a consistent presence at the main office and routine visits to assigned sites, with driving and travel necessary to fulfill job responsibilities. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not an option for this position.

Program Oversight & Compliance

• Ensure Family Child Care Providers' files are complete and compliant with all program regulations.
• Monitor and analyze child/family outcomes, school readiness, and educational services data, preparing relevant reports.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of child development standards, licensing regulations (CDSS), and funding requirements.
• Implement and monitor Child Assessments (DRDP), FCCERS, the Individualization process, and curriculum documentation.
• Assist in collecting and reporting data to meet program performance and state-required outcomes.
• As required, for the success of the program, shall provide case management support to program participants as required, including monitoring participant progress, maintaining accurate case records, coordinating services, and ensuring compliance with program requirements. These duties may be performed as part of regular responsibilities and adjusted based on operational needs.

Coaching, Training & Development

• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and training to Family Child Care Providers, focusing on:
• Responsive caregiving and effective teaching strategies
• Creating organized learning environments that promote healthy child development
• Implementing curriculum and supporting children with special needs & dual language learners
• Design and facilitate professional development sessions to enhance providers' early childhood education and care skills.
• Coordinate ongoing training opportunities with program staff to support continuous improvement.
• Attend conferences, workshops, and training sessions as needed to stay current with best practices.

Family & Community Engagement

• Collaborate with Family Specialists to implement Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (PFCE) plans.
• Assist in encouraging family involvement in program activities, governance, and advocacy.
• Organize and lead parenting workshops that strengthen families' roles in their children's education and school readiness.
• Act as a liaison between families, providers, and program staff, fostering positive communication and collaboration.
• Organize family events and workshops that promote early learning at home.
• Assist in community events and recruitment efforts to maintain a child waitlist and FCC Provider network.

Administrative & Operational Duties

• Work closely with the Program Director and other coordinators to align educational services with FCCHEN program goals.
• Ensure timely documentation and compliance with all program reporting requirements.
• Participate in program planning and implementation activities to meet objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program goals and operations.

Requirements

Education & Certification

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Must possess a Child Development Teacher Permit (or higher) from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in early childhood education, including curriculum development, classroom management, or family childcare settings.
• Strong knowledge of Family Child Care Environmental Rating Scale (FCCERS) and Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP).

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth understanding of early childhood education practices, developmental milestones, and assessment techniques.
• Strong communication (verbal & written), organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to train, mentor, and coach adult learners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse client populations.
• Ability to be flexible, innovative, and adapt to changing program needs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
• This position requires regular driving and frequent travel to home day care provider sites in assigned counties. Must have access to a personal vehicle, possess a valid California driver's license, maintain current automobile insurance, and have a good driving record. The ability to operate a company vehicle as needed is also required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.
• Ability to represent MAOF skillfully and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse client populations.
• Ability to be flexible, innovative, and adaptable to the changing needs of the program, department, and agency.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have the flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Work Environment & Travel

This position requires regular driving and frequent travel to home day care provider sites in assigned counties. Must have access to a personal vehicle, possess a valid California driver's license, maintain current automobile insurance, and have a good driving record. The Education Coordinator must be available to attend conferences, workshops, training sessions, and community events as needed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and to communicate clearly by speaking and hearing. The employee is required to frequently sit for extended periods and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, and stoop, especially during site visits or while engaging with staff and children. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, particularly for reading documents, using a computer, and observing activities at various sites.

Travel to multiple sites is required, and the employee must be able to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver's license.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office setting as well as childcare and pre-school environments. While visiting program sites, the employee may be exposed to varying noise levels, children's activities, and both indoor and outdoor settings. This role may also require exposure to typical classroom or playground conditions and occasional exposure to cleaning or sanitation products used in licensed facilities.

MAOF Sponsored Benefits:

• Personal Time Off(PTO) - Vacation/personal days or sick time).
• Paid Sick Time – 48hours
• Paid Holidays per Calendar Year - 12 paid holidays.
• Bereavement Leave – 5paid days.
• Jury Duty – 5 paid days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid 100% by MAOF.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan- 5% employer match – 100% vested.
• Basic Life and Accidental Insurance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance(EAP) – For team members and dependents; counseling, legal assistance, financial planning, identity theft, etc.
• Supplemental Cancer, Disability, and Accident plans.
• Employee referral bonus (referring employee earns $500 for each new hire who completes 90 days.
• Discounts for AT&T wireless, movie tickets, amusement parks, and much more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Credit Union Membership