Education Coordinator - Montcalm County

Eightcap Inc•Greenville, MI

1d•$61,115 - $71,015

About The Position

The Head Start Education Coordinator provides leadership, oversight, and support for educational services within the Head Start and Early Head Start program. The position ensures that classroom and home-based education services are implemented in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards, state child care licensing regulations, and Agency policies. The Coordinator works with teachers, home visitors, center staff, and program leadership to promote high-quality learning environments, positive child outcomes, and continuous program improvement. The role includes overseeing curriculum implementation, child assessment systems, and school readiness goals; monitoring program quality and compliance; guiding and mentoring education staff; coordinating training and professional development; and supporting staff evaluations and improvement plans. The Coordinator collaborates with families, schools, program service areas, and community partners, and serves as the primary contact for parents and guardians on education-related matters. The position is full-time, exempt, salaried, with a 40-hour workweek and 52 workweeks per year. It reports to the Head Start/Early Head Start Director and supervises Classroom Aides, Home Visitors, Lead Infant-Toddler Educators, and Teachers. Work takes place in offices, classrooms, family homes, program sites, and community locations. Local travel is required; a valid Michigan driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation are required. Agency vehicles are typically provided when available; otherwise, employees may need to use a personal vehicle under Agency policy. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
At least two years of supervisory experience in early childhood education and program management.
Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards, state child care licensing requirements, and early childhood best practices.
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and positively and work collaboratively with staff, families, Agency representatives, service providers, and community organizations in a non-judgmental manner.
Understanding of mandated reporting requirements, including recognizing, documenting, and reporting suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state law and program procedures.
Must successfully complete all required state and federal background clearances.
Must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Ability to work in office, classroom, family home, program site, and community settings; maintain confidentiality; and safely navigate typical early childhood settings.
Ability to sit for periods while completing administrative tasks and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, kneel, and move within classrooms and homes as needed.
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move materials, supplies, equipment, and files.
Ability to travel between program locations and attend meetings, trainings, and community events.
Ability to maintain alertness, concentration, and professionalism in environments with varying activity and noise levels.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with children, families, staff, and community partners.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for Head Start and Early Head Start education services and ensure compliance with federal, state, and Agency requirements.
Oversee curriculum implementation, child assessment systems, and school readiness goals.
Monitor classroom and home-based program quality through observations, data review, and continuous improvement efforts.
Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical assistance to teachers, home visitors, and education staff.
Coordinate training, onboarding, and ongoing professional development for education team members.
Ensure educational environments are safe, engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate.
Collaborate with program service areas, families, schools, and community partners to support comprehensive child and family services.
Monitor education-related documentation, recordkeeping, and program requirements.
Support staff evaluations, performance improvement, program monitoring, and corrective action planning when needed.
Participate in program planning, data analysis, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and guardians regarding education-related inquiries or issues.
Use child assessment data, classroom observations, and program information to monitor progress, identify needs, and inform decisions.
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, service providers, and stakeholders.
Create a supportive and respectful environment for staff, children, and families, offering encouragement and guidance.
Recognize staff contributions and help create an environment where team members feel valued and motivated to meet expectations and compliance requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.