Education Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Gateways Credential, Level 5.
• Level I Director Credential.
• Minimum of 2 years of early childhood experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Experience with Head Start, CACFP, and NAEYC Accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of IL DCFS Licensing Standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Site Director’s designee and assume responsibility for daily operations as needed.
• Support staff supervision, coaching, and performance management to improve instructional quality.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, daily coverage, and supply management.
• Ensure compliance with ITAV policies, IL DCFS Licensing Standards, Head Start Performance Standards, CACFP, and NAEYC criteria.
• Collaborate with educators to design and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive curriculum.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide teachers with coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate and support professional development, training, and instructional improvement initiatives.
• Stay current on early childhood education best practices and research.
• Analyze child outcomes, classroom data, and program performance to drive improvement.
• Support documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Promote continuous quality improvement across the site.
• Serve as a point of contact for families regarding program and classroom matters.
• Build strong relationships with families through communication and engagement activities.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for families, staff, and community partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support site, staff, and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Up to 80% employer-paid medical coverage.
• Full benefits package, including dental, vision, legal services, and short-term disability.
• 3% 401(k) employer match.
• Up to $10,000 annually in tuition assistance for degree completion and credential advancement.
• 16 PTO days per year.
• 9 sick/personal days per year.
• Compensatory time eligibility.
• 15 paid holidays annually.
• Career advancement and leadership opportunities.
• Professional development.