Head Start - Early Childhood Education Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

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.Early Head Start - Early Childhood Education (ECE) Coordinator 100% Onsite - Location: Los Angeles, CA 90056 What We're Looking For:Under the direction of the Early Childhood Education Manager is responsible for the implementation of the agency's early childhood and education systems that ensure the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework and Head Start Approach to School Readiness. The Early Childhood Education Coordinator guides curriculum and training. Supervises Site Supervisors and provides leadership regarding compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the Child Assessment Systems, School Readiness Goals Data collections, CLASS implementation plan, ECERS implementation plan, individualization process, transition plan to kindergarten and curriculum documentation. RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the program policies and procedures related to curriculum. Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the program policies and procedures related to the Desired Result Developmental Profile - Child Assessment Systems. Ensures that all sites have met assessment timelines, data is inputted accurately, conducts file reviews, assist Site Supervisors in interpreting data, and developing action plan. Responsible for the collection of data that support the School Readiness Goals program.Uses a multi-disciplinary team approach to ensure the compliance of all Head Start requirements at the center level. Acts as a liaison between comprehensive services and center staff.Works with Site Supervisor to investigate all child and staff incidents, completing all forms and notifying Education Manager or Assistant Director. EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESSBachelor's Degree with a major in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field. Masters preferred.A minimum of two (2) years administrative experience in a child development program is required. Must have Child Development Program Director Permit. CLASS certification preferred. Successfully completes and maintains Basic First Aid and CPR certification.Must have strong supervisory, leadership and communication skills; experience in conflict resolution. Special RequirementsMust have reliable transportation and possess a valid California Driver License in good standing with DMV required; current liability insuranceMust meet State health requirements to include passing a physical examination as condition of employment, Live Scan, and TB clearance. Total Package of BenefitsMedical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employerPet InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children401k Matching OptionsFlex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)Generous Sick and Vacation TimePaid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)Opportunity 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 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: All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area.

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