Education Coordinator

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Education Coordinator US-TX-Galveston Job ID: 2026-7079 # of Openings: 1 Category: Head Start Upbring Overview At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant‑leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values: We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head‑on with unwavering loyalty and passion. We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. Your Mission in Action The Education Coordinator oversees educational programming, supervises Education Coaches, and ensures compliance with Head Start and licensing standards. This role involves training staff, analyzing program data, monitoring classroom environments, and fostering school readiness. The coordinator collaborates with leadership, ISD partners, and program staff to enhance instructional quality, support professional development, and maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment. This position requires strong leadership, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills to create a nurturing, engaging, and compliant learning environment that supports both student success and staff development. Responsibilities Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to Education Coaches to ensure high‑quality instructional practices and compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). Plan and facilitate professional development for Education Coaches, ensuring alignment with Head Start school readiness goals and curriculum best practices. Analyze CLASS observations, child assessment data, and program performance metrics to drive continuous quality improvement and meet school readiness goals. Conduct classroom observations, review instructional materials, and collaborate with staff to create engaging, research‑based learning spaces. Uphold all HSPPS, Child Care Licensing regulations, and organizational policies to maintain program integrity and high‑quality education service. Enforce child safety policies, ensure positive behavior support strategies, and fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities for child abuse and neglect. Serve as a liaison between Education Coaches, Center Directors, Family Services Coordinators, ISD partners, and the Regional Director to align educational strategies and child outcomes. Provide reports on CLASS scores, teacher tiering, educational timelines, and program compliance to the Regional Director and leadership team. Collaborate with Family Services Coordinators to involve parents in their child's learning, ensuring alignment with the Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (PFCE) Framework. Guide Education Coaches and teachers in implementing research‑based early childhood curricula, supporting individualized instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including children with disabilities and dual‑language learners. Coach and support staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources needed to optimize performance, ensure established program goals, and achieve operational excellence. Communicate with direct reports in periodic one‑on‑one meetings. Organize and deliver regularly scheduled staff meetings to communicate present, ongoing, and future updates of pertinent information, projects, and initiatives. Work closely with management team to interview, hire, and onboard new employees who are strong cultural fits for Upbring. Work in collaboration with leadership and the People and Culture Team to arrange training; when needed, coordinate and/or provide in‑service training for staff development. Regularly review employee performance, including goals and progress, to provide developmental feedback: use applicable agency development tools to facilitate growth and development in staff. Draft and issue the 90‑day and annual evaluations, along with supporting documentation, as per established procedures; work in collaboration with staff to set goals during evaluation periods. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field. Two (2) years of experience in early childhood education, preferably in a Head Start or similar program. One (1) year of supervisory, coaching, or leadership experience. Strong understanding of Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and Child Care Licensing regulations. Experience with school readiness goals, curriculum implementation, and child assessment tools. Knowledge of inclusive practices for children with disabilities and dual‑language learners. Willingness to obtain CLASS certification within six (6) months of hire and T‑TESS certification within one (1) year of hire. Strong leadership, coaching, and team‑building skills. Valid Texas Driver's license and proof of auto insurance; ability to meet Agency insurance provider guidelines as an insured and approved driver. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in early childhood education or related field. Five (5) years in early childhood education, with three (3) years in a leadership, coaching, or supervisory role. CLASS and T‑TESS certification. Bilingual education expertise. Texas Teaching Certificate EC‑4 and Early Childhood Endorsement. Background in Special Education/Inclusion. Training in Practice‑Based Coaching. Travel The travel percentage for the Education Coordinator typically ranges from 30% to 75%, depending on program size, number of sites, and regional needs: Frequent local travel between Head Start centers and community partners. Occasional regional/statewide travel for training, conferences, and meetings. Limited overnight travel may be required for professional development events. Perks at Upbring Competitive PTO & paid holidays. Health, dental, vision insurance & more. 403(b) Plan. Employee Assistance Program. Discounted Gym Memberships. Physical Demands & Work Conditions Frequent walking, standing, and sitting during site visits, classroom observations, and meetings. Ability to move around classrooms and interact with children and staff. Use of hands and fingers for computer work, note‑taking, and operation of office equipment. Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs. Travel to multiple sites and driving between centers. Adherence to health and safety protocols. Flexibility is needed to accommodate travel requirements and the evolving needs of the program. The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus. Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring