Early Education Coordinator

Sakonnet Early Learning Center; Tiverton (RI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Sakonnet Early Learning Center in Tiverton, RI is seeking an Early Education Program Coordinator to lead program quality, coach teachers, and align classrooms with RIELDS and DCYF licensing. You will mentor staff and partner with families to promote safe, inclusive learning.

You will guide curriculum across frameworks such as Creative Curriculum, Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and HighScope, while driving continuous improvement for joyful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 3+ years in early childhood settings; 1+ year lead/coach capacity.
• Familiar with RIELDS, DCYF regulations, and BrightStars indicators.
• CPR/First Aid current or obtained upon hire; willingness to complete state trainings.

Responsibilities

• Lead program quality and ensure DCYF compliance and documentation.
• Guide teachers in developmentally appropriate practice and curriculum.
• Conduct classroom walkthroughs, provide feedback, and model strategies.
• Analyze child and classroom data and support CQI goal-setting.
• Strengthen home–school partnerships and coordinate family involvement.
• Maintain records, schedules, onboarding, and staff training.
• Utilize Procare/Brightwheel and Google Workspace for operations.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Procare

Brightwheel

Google Workspace

Job description

Benefits:

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job Title: Early Education Program Coordinator Company: Sakonnet Early Learning Center Location: Tiverton, RI Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Up to 40 hrs/week Compensation: $680–$850 per week (commensurate with education & experience)

Role Overview

Lead quality and elevate practice across our early learning programs. As the Early Education Program Coordinator, you’ll serve as an instructional coach and program lead, aligning classrooms to RIELDS, DCYF licensing, and BrightStars (QRIS) standards. You’ll mentor teachers, partner with families, and drive continuous improvement so every child learns in a safe, inclusive, and joyful environment.

What You’ll Lead

Program Quality & Compliance: Ensure daily operations meet DCYF regulations, ratios, health/safety protocols, and documentation requirements; prepare for visits, audits, and BrightStars quality reviews.

Curriculum & Instruction: Guide teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) using research-based frameworks (e.g., Creative Curriculum, Reggio Emilia, Montessori, HighScope) and STEAM integration.

Coaching & Professional Growth: Conduct classroom walkthroughs, provide feedback cycles, model effective strategies (SEL, PBIS/Conscious Discipline, trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices), and build individualized PD plans.

Assessment & Data Use: Support observation systems (e.g., Teaching Strategies GOLD), analyze child and classroom data, and facilitate team goal-setting for CQI—Continuous Quality Improvement.

Family & Community Engagement: Strengthen home–school partnerships with clear communication, family conferences, workshops, and community resource connections.

Operations & Documentation: Maintain accurate records (lesson plans, incident reports, health/safety logs), coordinate schedules, and support onboarding and training.

Technology Enablement: Utilize Procare/Brightwheel and Google Workspace for attendance, communications, and reporting.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field required; Master’s preferred.

Experience: 3+ years in early childhood settings with 1+ year in a lead/coach/supervisory capacity (licensed program experience required).

Licensing/Knowledge: Familiar with RIELDS, DCYF regulations, and DLT employment standards; understanding of BrightStars quality indicators.

Certifications: CPR/First Aid current or obtained upon hire; willingness to complete required state trainings.

Skills: Excellent coaching and communication skills; strong organization, problem-solving, and follow-through; ability to collaborate across teams and engage families.

Requirements: 18+; able to pass all required background checks/BCI and meet state onboarding timelines.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Weekly Pay: $680–$850/week based on credentials and impact

Time Off: Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation

Growth: Funded professional development, coaching pathways, and leadership opportunities

Culture: Supportive, collaborative team focused on educator well‑being and results for children

Mission: A trusted program in Tiverton for 40+ years—where curiosity, connection, and high standards thrive

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Association for Early Learning Leaders.