Early Childhood Education - Program Manager (Coordinator)

Crystal Stairs, Inc. Improving the Lives of Families throughChild Care Services, Research, and AdvocacyCrystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.R&R Early Childhood Education - Program Manager (Coordinator)100% Onsite (No Remote Work) - Location: Los Angeles 90056Must be fully vaccinated and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19Summary: We are seeking a R&R ECE Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator (PC) is primarily responsible for the successful achievement of desired results in alignment with Crystal Stairs' strategic plan by providing effective leadership and direction for the delivery of Quality Start Los Angeles (QSLA) Program, Child Care Initiative Project (CCIP), Resource Center, Early Childhood Educators (ECE) Professional Development Trainings, Provider Cafés, and other specially funded projects for the R&R Program. The PC manages a team of R&R Supervisors and coordinates activities in support of the delivery of R&R Services. Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the PC will be responsible for compliance with related fiscal and programmatic requirements within and between Crystal Stairs and partner agencies and organizations. RESPONSIBILITIES:Work with R&R Program Manager to plan, administer and monitor programs, specific grants and projects to ensure contract and budget compliance.Oversee the coordination and support staff in the implementation of the QSLA, CCIP, Resource Center, ECE professional development trainings, Provider Cafés, and other special projects. Identify, cultivate, secure and sustain child care provider partnerships to keep informed of stakeholder activity and agency activity, inform program resources and collaborations.Oversee the timely submission of invoices and required reports to ensure that necessary records, files, and other materials are maintained for efficient conduct of business and audit requirements.Comply with contractual requirements and agency policies and procedures as well as assist in data collection and/or analysis to evaluate and/or enhance program operations and client services.Oversee the procurement of goods and services in adherence to agency policy and procedures. Represent program and agency at professional organizations and contract, partner and/or community meetings; participate in work groups, committees and ad hoc groups, as necessary.Supervise and monitor department personnel including hiring, orientation, training, mentoring and motivating staff. Provide direction, leadership and coaching to staff members by conducting periodic check-ins and performance reviews. Other duties as assigned by R&R Program Manager and/or Senior Management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Bachelor of Arts/Science degree from an accredited college or university in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or related Human/Social Services field; relevant work experience in human/social services or child development may be substituted for college level education; Master's Degree a plus.Minimum 2 years supervisory and project management experience is required. Minimum of two to three years related experience in early childhood education, child development or working with children in special needs settings. Experience and ability to work with adult learners and diverse client populations. Experience planning, implementing, and coordinating major projects and trainings that require collaboration with diverse groups and coordination of their interests and resources. Special Requirements:Must possess a valid California driver's license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insuranceMust successfully pass a tuberculosis screening within 90 days of employment. Total Package of BenefitsMedical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employer401k Matching OptionsFlex Spending Pre-paid Legal ServicesSick and Vacation Time Paid Holidays and Winter BreakOpportunity for Growth and DevelopmentRobust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Crystal Stairs, Inc. is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs, Inc. provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status. For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at:

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