School Coordinator

Building Blocks Early Learning Center•Stamford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Coordinator is a key member of the school leadership team, bridging classroom excellence and school operations. The role supports daily center operations, classroom quality, teacher development, family engagement, and regulatory compliance while maintaining a strong connection to children and educators. The coordinator acts as a leadership resource for teachers, supports the Assistant Director in managing daily operations, and helps ensure a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment grounded in Sustainable Education® principles. The role may also support nearby school locations with operational needs. The School Coordinator provides direction, coaching, and support to teachers and support staff, but does not have primary responsibility for employee performance management, hiring decisions, or disciplinary actions. The coordinator exercises independent judgment in supporting daily operations, classroom quality, family engagement, and compliance initiatives while partnering closely with the Assistant Director and School Director. The position is based in an active, collaborative school environment with regular interaction with children, families, and team members, and movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces. The role requires prolonged movement throughout the school, including standing and walking for up to 75% of the workday; transitioning among sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting; and safely lifting, carrying, and moving items up to 30 pounds. It also involves sitting on the floor and engaging with children, light running, outdoor play supervision, working in a dynamic and sometimes noisy environment, supervising children in various school areas, responding to emergencies, and following and modeling safety procedures. Employees must complete a background check required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

Requirements

Must be at least 20 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent, 1,080 hours of documented supervised experience, and 12 credits in ECE or child development from an approved program.
Three or more years of in-school early education or classroom experience.
Demonstrate kindness and respect for self, others, and the community.
Skill in play-based learning approaches and social-emotional learning.
Adhere to company policies and EEC regulations.
Strong understanding of child development and classroom best practices.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to coach and support fellow educators.
Commitment to Sustainable Education® principles.
Complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.
Ability to move throughout the school, including standing and walking for up to 75% of the workday.
Ability to transition among sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting.
Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds.
Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child’s eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities, including light running and outdoor play supervision.
Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and regular movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Ability to supervise children in playgrounds, classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas.
Ability to respond quickly and safely in emergencies, including evacuations, drills, and urgent classroom needs.
Ability to follow and model safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; or a four-year college degree in ECE or child development from an accredited institution and 360 hours of documented supervised experience.
Previous leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience.
Experience supporting enrollment, family engagement, or center operations.
Interest in pursuing future school leadership opportunities.

Responsibilities

Support the Assistant Director with daily school operations and staffing needs.
Assist with classroom coverage, staff scheduling adjustments, and ratio management.
Conduct daily health, safety, and compliance checks.
Support opening and closing procedures.
Monitor classroom quality and operational readiness throughout the school.
Assist with preparation for licensing visits, audits, and accreditation reviews.
Serve as acting manager-on-duty when designated by the School Director or Assistant Director.
Support implementation of school initiatives, operational goals, and sustainability practices.
Model high-quality teaching practices and Sustainable Education® principles.
Coach, mentor, and support teachers in curriculum implementation and classroom management.
Assist with onboarding and training new staff members.
Conduct classroom observations and provide developmental feedback.
Support lesson planning and curriculum execution across classrooms.
Promote consistency in classroom routines, child supervision, and educational quality.
Act as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state regulations.
Ensure children are appropriately supervised throughout the day.
Support teachers in meeting developmental goals and documenting child progress.
Help maintain safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments.
Build relationships with current and prospective families.
Support school tours, enrollment activities, family communication, and follow-up.
Participate in family events and community outreach initiatives.
Help create welcoming experiences that support family retention and enrollment growth.
Complete required training and certifications and participate in leadership development opportunities.
Demonstrate the company’s HONOR values and support collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Support nearby school locations with operational needs.

Benefits

Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the first day of employment.
Free First Stop Health membership with 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
401(k) retirement plan with an annual discretionary employer match contribution.
Optional life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and the CHILD Conference.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
Pet insurance and other lifestyle and fringe benefit programs.