Curriculum Specialist Early Childhood Education
About The Position
Lead with Purpose at LeafSpring Schools. At LeafSpring Schools, we’re more than just a daycare—we’re a nationally recognized leader in early childhood education, preschool leadership, and child wellness programming. With our innovative campus model—including our signature Get Well Place for mildly ill children—we provide a unique, nurturing environment for infants through PreK students. We are seeking a dynamic, experienced Curriculum Specialist to lead the operations of our school. If you have a passion for child development, team leadership, and family partnership—and a desire to build an exceptional program—we want to meet you. Why Work at LeafSpring Schools? Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday! Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts. Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill. Paid training and continuing education opportunities. Tuition reimbursement for professional development. Meals provided daily. Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning. Position Overview: The Curriculum Specialist plays a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience of our students and ensuring the delivery of high-quality curriculum and instruction. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for curriculum development, teaching, and staff training. The Curriculum Specialist will work closely with our educators and leadership team to support the implementation of curriculum strategies and ensure that our programs align with best practices and educational standards.
Requirements
- CDA, Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- Proven experience in curriculum development and teaching.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Passion for fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with accreditation processes and documentation is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Edit, print, and deliver lesson plans to teachers, ensuring they meet educational standards and objectives.
- Provide training on curriculum, lesson planning, positive discipline, art room management, and playground activities.
- Develop and maintain pacing guides to ensure consistent and effective curriculum delivery.
- Complete assessments and checks for new students to ensure smooth transitions.
- Communicate with and guide new parents regarding curriculum and school expectations.
- Design and develop curriculum materials that support the learning objectives of each grade or program.
- Demonstrate and model best practices in teaching, lesson planning, and classroom management.
- Oversee art inventory and purchases to maintain a well-stocked and inspiring art room.
- Assist in reviewing and coaching teachers on curriculum-related matters to improve teaching practices.
- Ensure daily notes and pictures are uploaded to the Procare app for parent communication.
- Approve curriculum aspects of field trips and ensure educational alignment.
- Write a curriculum-focused article for the school newsletter, keeping parents informed about curriculum initiatives.
- Act as a liaison for support services for students with special needs, ensuring the curriculum meets their needs.
- Support school tours by showcasing the curriculum and educational approach.
- Collaborate with teachers to create engaging school break plans for students.
- Communicate curriculum-related updates with parents and staff in a clear and positive manner.
- Assist with maintaining accreditation standards related to curriculum and teaching practices.
- Work with administration and teaching staff to make decisions on team teaching and collaborative learning strategies.
- Assist with editing and reviewing COR moments to meet monthly goals and ensure developmental progress is documented.
- Collaborate effectively with the school’s leadership and teaching teams.
- Maintain a positive, supportive attitude toward all staff, students, and families.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
- Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
- Paid training and continuing education opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for professional development
- Meals provided daily
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
