EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Town of Mooresville; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contribution

Medical plans (HSA)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness program

EAP

Volunteer time off

Vacation days upfront

Holidays

Floating holiday

Wellness day

Bereavement leave

On-site clinic

Down payment assistance

Pet insurance

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

The Town of Mooresville is seeking an Early Childhood Program Specialist to plan, coordinate, and deliver developmentally appropriate programs for young children and their families. You will collaborate with parents, caregivers, volunteers, and instructors to support preschool enrichment, parent-child activities, and seasonal camps.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining safe spaces, tracking registrations, and ensuring program quality and compliance with safety standards in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One to three years of experience in early childhood education, recreation, athletic activities, or leisure-time programming.
• OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver developmentally appropriate early childhood programs for children birth to five and their families.
• Support preschool enrichment and parent-child engagement programs.
• Lead seasonal camps, summer programs, and special events for young children.
• Monitor participation and behavior; promote positive guidance and a safe, inclusive environment.
• Communicate with parents about schedules, milestones, and community resources.
• Assist with organizing educational materials and supplies for early childhood programming.
• Recruit, train, and supervise part-time staff, volunteers, and instructors.
• Handle participant registration, attendance tracking, and program documentation; evaluate programs from feedback.
• Maintain spaces and equipment to ensure cleanliness and safety for daily activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and program standards.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Program coordination

Child development

Staff supervision

Parent communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of training and experience

Job description

About the Town of Mooresville

As one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!

Why Join the Town of Mooresville

We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of threemedical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage(up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with Adiscount of $240 annually on medical premiumfor participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays:Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day:New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave:Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

About the Role

The Early Childhood Program Specialist assists with planning, coordinating, and delivering developmentally appropriate recreational, educational, and enrichment programs for young children and their families. This position helps create engaging activities that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development while providing a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.

The role works closely with parents, caregivers, community partners, volunteers, and instructors to support early childhood programming, preschool enrichment, parent-child activities, seasonal camps, and special events.

• Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing developmentally appropriate early childhood programs and activities for children ages birth to five, including sensory play, creative arts, music and movement, story time, and social-emotional learning experiences.
• Supports the development and delivery of preschool enrichment, parent-child engagement, and early learning readiness programs designed to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.
• Assists with coordinating and leading seasonal camps, summer programs, and special events for young children, ensuring activities are age-appropriate, engaging, and aligned with early childhood best practices.
• Monitors children's participation and behavior, promotes positive guidance techniques, and helps maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all participants.
• Communicates with parents and caregivers regarding program schedules, participant needs, developmental milestones, and community resources related to early childhood services.
• Assists with selecting, organizing, and maintaining age-appropriate educational materials, toys, equipment, and supplies used in early childhood programming.
• Helps recruit, train, and supervise part-time staff, volunteers, and instructors working with young children, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and program standards.
• Conducts participant registration, attendance tracking, and required program documentation; assists with evaluating programs and recommending improvements based on participant and parent feedback.
• Maintains program spaces, playgrounds, and equipment to ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness for daily early childhood activities.
• Ensures compliance with departmental policies, risk management practices, and child safety procedures, including responding appropriately to incidents and emergencies.
• Performs related duties as required.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One to three years of experience in early childhood education, recreation, athletic activities, or leisure-time programming.
• OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.