Childcare Coordinator

Kcialaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kcialaska in Anchorage, AK seeks a Childcare Coordinator to lead staff, oversee enrollment, and ensure safe, compliant operations. You will coach teachers, support professional development, and maintain strong family engagement while upholding licensing standards.

This role includes daily classroom coverage, consistent communication with families, and collaboration with program management to deliver high-quality early childhood services.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in early childhood education or related field.
• Minimum 12 months of experience supervising staff.
• Valid driver’s license and daily access to an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach teaching staff to ensure high-quality early childhood education.
• Oversee enrollment, classroom quality, and family engagement efforts.
• Maintain licensing and documentation to meet program standards.
• Provide direct classroom support and ensure daily coverage as needed.
• Prepare and review records, reporting, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Staff supervision

Coaching

Staff development

Education

Associate’s degree in early childhood education

Job description

The Childcare Coordinator provides leadership and oversight to ensure high-quality early childhood education services. This role supports and coaches teaching staff, maintains safe and compliant program operations, and fosters a positive, welcoming environment for children and families. The coordinator oversees enrollment, staff development, classroom quality, and family engagement while ensuring all licensing, documentation, and organizational standards are met.

Key Focus Areas:

• Staff Leadership & Support
  • Supervise, train, and coach teachers and staff
  • Support professional growth and performance
• Health, Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure safe environments and proper supervision
  • Maintain licensing and safety standards
• Enrollment & Billing
  • Manage waitlists and enrollment process
  • Support billing and childcare assistance
• Family Engagement
  • Build relationships and communicate with families
  • Support attendance and parent involvement
• Classroom Support
  • Monitor classroom quality and curriculum
  • Provide direct classroom support and guidance
  • Daily classroom coverage (on average 4 hours/day)
• Professionalism
  • Work collaboratively and follow policies
  • Attend trainings and demonstrate leadership
• Recordkeeping & Reporting
  • Ensure accurate documentation and records
  • Meet reporting and compliance requirements
• Communication
  • Communicate clearly with staff and families
  • Share updates, reports, and program information

Work hours: Monday - Friday between 7:00am-5:00pm (part year July-May)

Reports to: Family Services, Health and Home Visiting (FHH) Program Manager
Supervises: Childcare Teacher and Assistant Teachers

Minimum Requirement:

• Associate’s degree in early childhood education or related degree + 12 months experience supervising
• Driver’s License and proof of insurance (requires daily access to personal vehicle that is insured)

Starting Salary:

• Associate’s Degree: $30.85
• Bachelor’s Degree: $33.93
• Master's Degree: $37.33

There is a 10-step wage scale built into this position that occurs annually.

This is a non-exempt position with a 90-day introductory period.

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