Early Childhood Programs & Community Education Coordinator

Wayland Union Schools•Wayland, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Wayland Union Schools, we are dedicated to teaching, inspiring, and challenging our children to become caring contributors, lifelong learners, and critical thinkers prepared for future opportunities. We foster a student-focused culture through employee collaboration. Our district is equipped with 1:1 Apple iPads for grades K-12, providing students with the support and enrichment needed for college and/or the workplace. We are seeking individuals to join a district that hires elite professionals to teach and inspire our future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood education or child development
Prior administrative experience strongly preferred
Proven record of putting the interest of children and learning first
Ability to guide staff in professional growth and effectively evaluate their performance
Knowledge of LARA rules and regulations related to early childhood education
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Passion for early childhood education

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations and administration of the preschool program and before and after school care
Recruitment, supervision, and retention of preschool and before and after school care staff
Maintain preschool compliance with LARA rules and regulations
Facilitate enrollment process
Liaison for Head Start and Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
Advertising and promotion of Preschool and Community Education classes/programs
Oversee Community Education classes/programs
Prepare and deliver Welcome Kits to families within WUS boundaries and communicate about the GSRP
Leverage partnerships with community organizations
Manage budgets and grants for the various programs and grants
Make referrals to Early On/Special Education Services as needed