Learning & Outreach Coordinator

Illinois Action For Children•Matteson, IL

1d•$53,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Learning & Outreach Coordinator leads professional development initiatives and family recruitment efforts across IAFC’s Early Learning programs. The role supports educator excellence, community engagement, and access to high-quality early learning services. It coordinates training plans and learning opportunities, monitors staff training and development records, promotes program awareness and enrollment, and evaluates the effectiveness of professional development initiatives. The position also manages related data, reporting, and budget tracking, and represents the organization in community activities and partnerships. The organization describes its work as mission-driven and focused on developing strong families and powerful communities. It offers a flexible and supportive work environment, professional growth opportunities, and collaboration with educators and community partners. Job duties, work location, and work schedule may be amended at IAFC’s discretion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
Experience coordinating educational or community outreach programs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with standard office software and digital communication tools.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to build relationships with educators, families, community partners, and leadership teams.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Passion for continuous improvement and improving outcomes for children and families.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in early childhood education, training coordination, workforce development, or community outreach.
Creative teaching approach and willingness to bring fresh ideas into the classroom.
Adaptability and collaborative approach when working with students, families, colleagues, and community partners.

Responsibilities

Create and coordinate an annual training calendar supporting Early Head Start, Head Start, Preschool for All, and other Early Learning programs.
Partner with managers and subject matter experts to assess training needs, secure qualified trainers, and develop learning opportunities that enhance staff knowledge, compliance, and professional growth.
Develop and implement family recruitment strategies, participate in community events, and build relationships that increase enrollment and awareness of agency programs.
Track mandatory training requirements, maintain professional development records, and support educator licensure and credentialing pathways.
Evaluate training effectiveness through surveys, reporting, and collaboration with leadership teams to ensure initiatives meet organizational goals and staff needs.
Create reports, track outcomes, monitor budgets, and ensure accurate recruitment and professional development documentation across Early Learning programs.
Represent the organization through presentations, partnerships, recruitment events, and outreach activities promoting high-quality early learning services and community connections.

Benefits

$2,000 hiring bonus for external candidates, paid 50% after 90 days and 50% after one year of employment.
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans with a 95% company contribution for single coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off: 23 days in the first year, 28 days in the second year, and 35 days in the third year and onward.
11 paid holidays and one floating holiday.
Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per year, including tuition, books, lab fees, workshops, and certifications.
Flexible Spending Account.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Company-paid life insurance.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Career advancement pathways within the organization.
Flexible and supportive work environment.