Curriculum Coordinator

For 50 years, Interfaith Child Development Center (ICDC) has enriched the lives of children and families in our community. Our mission is to inspire children to grow, discover, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Through an advanced curriculum, low child-to-teacher ratios, and a commitment to individualized learning, we provide high-quality early childhood education and care designed to meet the unique developmental needs of every child. Our engaging educational environment encourages creativity, individuality, curiosity, and compassion. Our dedicated teaching staff recognizes and builds upon each child's strengths, abilities, and developmental milestones, helping children reach their full potential in an environment filled with learning, discovery, adventure, and growth. We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Curriculum Coordinator who is passionate about early childhood education and committed to creating meaningful, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for every child in our care. The Curriculum Coordinator will support teachers in delivering a high-quality, consistent curriculum while ensuring learning experiences are individualized to meet the diverse needs and developmental stages of our students. Position Summary The Curriculum Coordinator will help promote a positive child-centered learning environment by leading curriculum implementation and maintaining consistency, supporting and fostering teachers’ growth and professional development through ongoing coaching and trainings, ensure compliance with licensing standards and industry practices, and collaborating with management to ensure high-quality educational programming by promoting continuous improvement throughout the school. The Curriculum Coordinator will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining continuous improvement of the school’s curriculum for School Day, Full Day, Partial Day, Transition, School-Agers, and Summer programs. Lead the overall development, implementation, and continuous improvement of ICDC’s school curriculum for children age 18 months and older. Partner with teachers to design engaging, age-appropriate curriculum, weekly lesson plans, and daily activities that comply with Texas Minimum Standards, accreditation requirements, and aligns with ICDC standards and policies. Provide ongoing training and coaching for teachers on lesson planning, curriculum implementation, classroom management strategies, and behavior guidance. Offer in-class modeling, co-teaching, and hands-on guidance to help manage differing behaviors in the classroom. Monitor children's developmental progress through classroom observations, portfolios, and assessment tools. Develop and implement individualized curriculum modifications that align with each student's developmental milestones, abilities, and learning goals Coordinate, review, and evaluate lesson plans, instructional materials, and classroom activities to ensure alignment with ICDC's philosophy and developmental standards. Research and recommend instructional strategies, educational resources, and curriculum enhancements. Support teachers during parent conferences by providing curriculum and child development guidance. Conduct classroom observations to provide feedback and coaching. Lead curriculum discussions and educational training during staff meetings. Prepare, order and maintain an inventory of equipment, materials, and supplies needed for curriculum implementation. Assist school directors in daily operations and overall program management. Oversee new hire training and assign shadowing with mentor teachers. Plan and facilitate professional development, including Heart & Soul, orientation, CPR/First Aid, and other required trainings. Assist with planning school-wide events, summer camp, performances, graduations, Health Week, Rodeo Week, and other educational activities. Support educational technology integration, lead trainings, and assist teachers with the utilization of Procare. Maintain all required professional development hours and certifications. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, or related field required Minimum (2) years of classroom teaching experience in early childhood education Two (2) years of curriculum development and/or lesson planning experience Knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire Preferred Experience with Procare or similar software Experience with Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) and behavior management. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, families, and leadership. Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and multitasking skills Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Ability to use technology as required and used by Interfaith Child Development Center Pay Range: $45,000 - 52,000 annually Work Schedule Fulltime, Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm with 1-hr lunch break This position is year-round; including summers Work Location In Person Occasional travel, must comply with Interfaith’s Safe Driving policy Physical Requirements: 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Physical demands: Standing, kneeling, sitting, stooping, crouching, reaching, walking Visual demands: reading and prolonged computer usage The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 50% Child Care Tuition Discount for Regular Staff of ICDC (Excluding Substitutes) Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Basic and Voluntary Life + AD&D Voluntary Short & Long Term Disability Dependent Care Accounts Employee Assistance Program 403(b) Retirement Plan with corporate matching up to 5%; requires one (1) year of employment Paid Time Off Bereavement and Jury/Court Duty Pay Paid holidays Mileage Reimbursement Work with enthusiastic team members who have a passion for service! #J-18808-Ljbffr