Assistant Center Education Coordinator - Part Year

Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington counties; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington counties seeks a Center Education Coordinator to oversee staff, ensure compliance with Head Start standards and license requirements, and coordinate partnerships. The role may involve classroom teaching as needed and requires strong leadership and collaboration with parents and staff.

The position emphasizes adherence to DHS rules, Head Start Performance Standards, and program guidelines, with a focus on delivering quality services to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Support Center Education Coordinators with supervising center staff and coordinating daily operations.

Skills

Cultural competence

Leadership

Mentoring

Initiative

Team player

Flexible schedule

Computer skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in ECE

Supervisory experience

Two years teaching

Head Start experience

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

Posted on September 24, 2026

Locations

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Saint Paul, MN 55104, USA

• On-site
• Head Start
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ASSIS001152

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Center Education Coordinator at the site, this management position is responsible for oversight and assisting in the implementation of effective services to children and families in the Head Start program. Duties include assisting in the responsibilities for Center operations, policies and procedures, acting as a liaison with parents, staff, internal and external collaborative partners, coordinating day-to-day classroom substitute staffing, and oversight of educational support staff and activities. This position may require teaching in the classroom, or in the role of any open position.

Essential Functions (Not All Inclusive):

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for supporting Center Education Coordinators with the supervision of center staff, and facilitating internal and external collaborative partners’ involvement to ensure classrooms and center are functioning in accordance
with Minnesota Department of Human Services Division of Licensing (Rule 3-Regulations and Guidelines), Head Start PerformanceStandards, Parent Aware (MN QRIS), and the Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines (CACFP).

• Responsible for supporting the day-to-day center operations. Duties include assisting in supporting operating policies and
  procedures to ensure compliance with all state, federal and program regulations and requirements.
• Responsible for appropriate behavior guidance and mandated reporting and compliance. Ensure that all necessary
  documentation and reporting requirements are met.
• Assist in administering a system to assess center’s equipment, supply and ground/building maintenance needs and ensure
  compliance with DHS-Rule 3 Regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.

Supervision and Administrative Duties:

• Mentor, coach and provide work direction for assigned staff. Assist in overseeing work schedules to ensure proper ratios and workloads are managed appropriately.
• Utilize the agency's performance management system to provide meaningful performance feedback to assigned staff. Work closely with staff to establish customized job-related goals and professional development plans. Monitor goals and plans throughout the performance period.

Administrative and Monitoring Duties:

Responsible for ensuring and promoting Parental involvement in all aspects of the Head Start Program. Ensure implementation of curriculum in compliance with established program criteria, and child assessment outcomes are documented and tracked utilizing program database.

• Monitor compliance and follow up in completing the required Home Visits, Center Orientation, Parent Teacher conference, Attendance and Child Individual Goals. Ensure staff have entered all required data into the program's database.
• Ensure the full implementation of approved curricula through direct service by completing Fidelity checklist on all classrooms, monitoring lesson plans which include goals to achieve measurable outcomes in each curriculum area and Individual Learning Plans (ILP). Monitor child observations and documentation, screening/assessments, and support of ILPs and Individual Education Plans (IEP). Complete and monitor Child Goal Analysis. Follow up as needed.
• Monitor and assist with the Transition Plans for all children in the Head Start program. Plans include children moving from Early Head Start to Head Start, center to center and Head Start to kindergarten.
• Attends and participates in Agency meetings, training sessions, or other activities as assigned.
• Assist in compliance with ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance).
• Assist in all licensing requirements.
• Represent the program as an advocate for children and families.

Safety:

Qualifications :

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education.
• One-year supervisory experience required. Six months of supervisory experience may be substituted with:
  • Five years of experience teaching in a Head Start classroom
  • OR
  • 3 years of demonstrated experience of increasing responsibility in a Head Start Program
• Two years of experience teaching in an early childhood setting required.
• Previous Head Start experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), Dual Language Learners, MN Early Learning Standards, Head Start Performance Standards, Rule 3 requirements, CLASS tool, TS Gold Assessment Tool, MN accepted screening tools and knowledge of child development.

Abilities and Skills:

In order to be successful in this position, the person will at minimum need to possess the following abilities and skills:

• Must be culturally competent and demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively and respectfully with varied socio-economic and culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or individuals.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate staff, parents and partners, and mentor, coach and model appropriate practices.
• Ability to take initiative and to use good judgment.
• Must be flexible and a team player.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule with some evening hours.
• Must be proficient in using a computer including Microsoft for Windows or similar, e‑mail and internet.
• Ability to utilize new technologies such as software and applications as they are introduced to the agency.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.

Certifications:

Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire; must maintain certifications. Obtain and maintain annual Pre-K CLASS Observation certification.

Driver’s License:

Because of the multiple locations of center, a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation on a daily basis is required.