Center Coordinator - Riverton

Child Development Services of Fremont County • Riverton, WY

16h

About The Position

The Center Coordinator will plan, direct, and coordinate all phases of the Early Learning Center operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, or Curriculum and Instructions is required
• Wyoming PTSB teacher certification is required.
• At least two years of teaching experience is required.
• Current CPR certification through AHA or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Extensive knowledge of early childhood development principles and developmentally-appropriate educational practices.
• Thorough understanding of educational licensing requirements, and other local and state guidelines and requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with adults and children.
• Ability to create a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for children.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with teachers, support staff, parents, and students in a positive and constructive way.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate curriculum.
• Proficient with Google Suite or related software, as required for recordkeeping and documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in special education is preferred.
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily workflow, scheduling, and operations of the preschool.
• Hires and trains preschool staff.
• Evaluates teacher and teaching assistant performance and provides additional training and guidance.
• Manages, directs, and evaluates clerical, transportation, and nutrition staff.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees and in accordance with policy.
• Serves as DFS Director for the preschool.
• Oversees the Multi-Disciplinary Team Document ation.
• Attends IEP/IFSP meetings as necessary.
• Audits IFSP/IEP file documentation as necessary.
• Oversee comprehensive data collection system as mandated by the state.
• Structures a developmentally appropriate educational experience in compliance with the guidelines and standards set by the regulatory agencies, and the state department of education.
• Oversees and assists teachers and teaching assistants with implementation of the program.
• Oversees the administration of the school.
• Oversees all ancillary child care services.
• Monitors classroom instruction; provides constructive feedback and training.
• Communicates regularly with teaching staff concerning identified behavioral or learning difficulties in children; suggests ways to improve the situation.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with parents.
• Encourages parental involvement in and support of school programs.
• Maintains a visible presence throughout the facility.
• Enforces safety and security standards for children, staff, and visitors.
• Maintains required paperwork and reports on students, school operations, incident reports, and other documentation.
• Provides or leads workshops and training sessions that are beneficial for teachers and teaching assistants.
• Maintains current knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in early childhood education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager