Childcare Infant Education Coordinator

The Goddard School; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

PTO

401K Retirement Plan

Education Reimbursement

Professional & Career Advancement and

Job summary

The Goddard School in Milton, MA is seeking a Preschool Education Coordinator to join the leadership team. This full-time role partners with educators and families to create a positive, engaging learning environment and to ensure children's developmental needs are met.

You will oversee teacher support, scheduling, observations, and training while collaborating on events and upholding health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• A 2 year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required or considered with relevant teaching experience.
• Previous teaching/coaching experience in a childcare or educational setting is preferred.
• EEC LT Certification (Teacher certification with experience acceptable).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children and adults.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Availability to work between 7:00am - 6:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support teachers in developing and implementing core and enrichment curriculum.
• Support and/or create class and enrichment schedules and maintain staffing levels per policies.
• Lead teacher observations, training, coaching and orientation.
• Support state and Goddard admin requirements.
• Establish positive relationships with families.
• Understand and implement Health & Safety procedures.
• Oversee classroom operations including daily reports and portfolios.
• Communicate professionally with parents and staff.
• Collaborate to plan school events and activities.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and participate in training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

A 2 year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

EEC LT Certification

Job description

Overview:

Are you looking to start fresh and are a passionate educator eager to helping young children learn, explore & develop and collaborate with colleagues? Begin your new career by joining a team of motivated and committed educators who want to play a pivotal role in nurturing children and preparing them in becoming lifelong learners. If you are compassionate & collaborative and are looking at forming lasting relations with children, colleagues, families and the community, The Goddard School in Milton, MA could be the right fit for you.

Our School:

The Goddard School in Milton is a brand-new state of the art premier early childhood center that offers the best preparation for social. Physical and academic success for children from 6 weeks to 6 years. Our regarded and renowned curriculum and philosophy is inspired by Piaget and Erikson and focuses on play-based learning. We want to attract and retain the educators by providing them a supportive & collaborative culture, environment, and tools they need to be successful in their respective roles.

Role Summary:

The Preschool Education Coordinator at The Goddard School - Milton will have the exciting opportunity to work with the leadership team and educators to create a positive and engaging learning environment. This individual will be responsible for supporting the admin team, leading & grooming educators and collaborating with parents and other team members to ensure children's developmental needs are met. This is a full-time, hands‑on leadership role located in Milton, Massachusetts with highly competitive salary and performance bonus.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support teachers in the program in developing and implementing core and enrichment curriculum
• Support and/or create class and enrichment schedules and maintain appropriate staffing levels per school & state policies
• Support/lead teacher observations, training, coaching and orientation
• Support and/or lead state and Goddard admin requirements
• Establish a positive and productive relationships with families
• Understanding and implementing Goddard’s Health & Safety procedures
• Oversee and support classroom functions and operations including daily reports, pictures, Portfolios, etc.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with both parents and fellow staff members
• Collaborate with other team members to plan and participate in school events and activities
• Follow all health and safety guidelines set by the school and state regulations
• Participate in recommended training programs, conferences and other aspects of professional development
• Other tasks and projects as assigned

Requirements:

• A 2 year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (will consider relevant teaching experience)
• Previous teaching/coaching experience in a childcare or educational setting
• EEC LT Certification (Teacher certification with experience acceptable)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children and adults
• Ability to multi‑task and manage time effectively
• Availability to work between the hours of 7:00am - 6:00pm

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• PTO
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Professional & Career Advancement and Coaching
• Referral and Performance Bonus
• Tuition and Other Discounts

General Qualifications:

• Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid
• Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses
• Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances
• Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies
• Ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved
• Ability to respond immediately to emergency situations

EEOC Statement:

The Goddard School - Milton is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.