Child Development Coordinator

Blue Ridge Community Action•Morganton, NC

5d•$47,840 - $79,040•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinate education services across Head Start, Early Head Start, NC Pre-K, and Day Care programs in collaboration with the Child Services Director, Center Directors, teaching staff, families, and community partners.

Requirements

Knowledge of early childhood development and education practices
Understanding of early childhood regulations and licensing requirements
Strong organizational and time management skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Work collaboratively with staff and leadership
Maintain confidentiality
Must meet NC Child Care Licensing qualification requirements for the assigned position.
TB test, physical examination, and NC qualifying letter required.
EDU 119 (or EDU 119 equivalent) required at a minimum.
CPR and First Aid certification required or must be obtained within the required timeframe.
Bachelor’s degree (four-year degree) in Early Childhood Education or a related field required
Minimum two (2) years of experience in early childhood education
Work as part of a team
Interact professionally with clients, participants, families, staff, and external partners
Must pass a criminal background check and substance abuse screening
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Head Start, Early Head Start, or NC Pre-K environment preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with implementing and monitoring education-related program standards, agency procedures, and NC Child Care Licensing requirements, including follow-up on identified needs.
Support curriculum implementation, child assessments, developmentally appropriate practices, and individualized learning strategies by providing information and assistance to teaching staff.
Complete and maintain CLASS observer certification for the applicable age groups to conduct classroom observations, review results, and provide feedback to strengthen teacher-child interactions and teaching practices.
Coordinate and track developmental and educational screenings; review results, identify needed follow-up, and monitor applicable screening deadlines.
Coordinate with the Disabilities Manager to facilitate referrals for children with suspected developmental delays, disabilities, or mental health concerns by sharing relevant screening results, assessment data, and classroom observations and assisting with referral documentation and follow-up.
Provide practical support to teaching staff on classroom practices, child development, inclusion, individualization, and developmental and behavioral concerns; assist with observations and related follow-up.
Assist the Disabilities Manager by attending IEP and IFSP meetings as needed and supporting classroom accommodations and teaching strategies outlined in IEPs, IFSPs, and other individualized support plans.
Assist with coordinating training, coaching resources, and professional development related to curriculum, assessment, teacher-child interactions, teaching practices, and program requirements.
Support transitions for children entering, moving between, or leaving Child Development programs, including coordination with families, receiving teachers, schools, and the Disabilities Manager as appropriate.
Communicate with families about curriculum, assessments, developmental and educational screenings, school readiness, and available learning resources.
Maintain accurate, confidential education records and assessment documentation; track deadlines and complete required data entry in ChildPlus and other program systems.
Assist with education monitoring, record reviews, reports, and corrective-action follow-up; communicate outstanding documentation, classroom needs, or compliance concerns to program leadership.
Participate in required program and community meetings, planning activities, and professional development; perform other related coordination and support duties as assigned.