ECE Education Coordinator & Lead Teacher

Child Development Schools; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Tuition discount

Job summary

Child Development Schools is seeking an Education Coordinator to coach educators across centers, observing classrooms and strengthening teaching practices. You will work hands-on in classrooms, delivering feedback and collaborating with teachers to raise the quality of early childhood experiences for children and families.

You will lead curriculum planning, use established assessment tools, and support new staff through training and mentoring while engaging with leadership to share best

Qualifications

• Experience coaching teachers and observing classrooms in early childhood settings.
• Ability to use classroom assessment tools and provide actionable feedback.
• Strong communication with teachers, families, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to plan and improve HighReach Learning curriculum across ages.
• Conduct formal and informal classroom observations with specific feedback.
• Evaluate environments using ITERS-R, ITERS-3, ECERS-R, ECERS-3, SACERS and advise improvements.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to teachers for continuous improvement.
• Support staff development and retention through training and mentorship.
• Participate in monthly Education Coordinator calls to align with goals.

Skills

Observation & coaching

Curriculum implementation

Classroom feedback

Job description

Your role

As an Education Coordinator at Child Development Schools, you will serve as a coach, resource, and advocate for the educators across your assigned centers. Your work directly shapes the quality of education that over 30,000 children receive every day. You will spend your time in classrooms -- observing, coaching, and collaborating with teachers to strengthen their practice and improve outcomes for children and families.

This is a role for someone who is equally comfortable delivering feedback to a new teacher and presenting to a leadership team -- someone who is passionate about early childhood education and motivated by the growth and development of the people around them.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with teachers to plan, implement, and continuously improve the HighReach Learning curriculum and activity plans across all age groups
• Conduct formal and informal classroom observations, sharing specific feedback with teachers and administration to recognize best practices and identify areas for growth
• Evaluate classroom environments using assessment tools including ITERS-R, ITERS-3, ECERS-R, ECERS-3, and SACERS, and provide actionable recommendations to improve program quality
• Provide constructive, ongoing coaching and support to teachers, fostering continuous improvement in classroom practices
• Support positive staff-child interactions and promote a nurturing, inclusive environment across all assigned centers
• Assist with new employee training and mentorship, ensuring staff have the skills, knowledge, and access to resources needed to succeed
• Support teacher and family retention by equipping educators with the tools and confidence to deliver quality experiences
• Attend monthly Education Coordinator calls or review recordings to stay current on company goals, educational requirements, and best practices
• Foster a welcoming environment for children, families, and teachers that contributes to center morale and community engagement

Pay And Benefits

Pay: [PAY RANGE], based on experience and education.

Full-time Employees Receive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Up to 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Education assistance to pursue your degree
• Free access to online training and professional development resources