Education Coordinator

Grace Early Learning Center; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Employee childcare discounts

401(k) participation (nonmatching)

Job summary

A childcare center in Elkridge is seeking an Education Coordinator to enhance instructional quality and support teachers. Responsibilities include mentoring, observing classrooms, and assisting with daily operations. Candidates should have at least 3 years of childcare experience and qualifications as a Lead Teacher. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. This on-site position offers annual compensation between $48,000 and $50,000, alongside benefits such as paid time off, sick leave, and employee childcare discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of childcare experience is required.
• Lead Teacher qualifications for various age groups are necessary.
• A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in implementing instructional practices.
• Provide mentoring and classroom support.
• Conduct classroom observations and maintain documentation.
• Assist with teacher onboarding and staff support.

Skills

Childcare experience

Coaching and mentoring

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Lead Teacher qualified under MSDE OCC

Actual progress towards qualification

Job description

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Education Coordinator

Grace Early Learning Center – Elkridge, MD

Grace Early Learning Center (GELC) is seeking a dedicated Education Coordinator to support instructional quality, teacher development, and daily center operations while helping children reach age‑appropriate developmental milestones in a nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of childcare experience (required)
• Lead Teacher qualified under MSDE OCC for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and School Age, or actively working toward qualification
• Meet COMAR 13A.16.06 requirements
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in implementing the center’s mission and instructional practices
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and classroom support to teachers
• Review lesson plans, assist with instructional materials, and analyze student work
• Conduct scheduled classroom observations and maintain documentation
• Assist with teacher onboarding, parent orientation, and staff support
• Partner with the Director on teacher evaluations and provide regular program updates
• Serve as center supervisor with the Administrative Assistant in the Director’s absence
• Assist with daily operations including ratios, staffing support, and classroom coverage as needed

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM On‑site position: 6725 Montgomery Rd., Elkridge, MD

Compensation & Benefits

• $48,000–$50,000 annually (based on experience and education)
• Paid time off including holidays
• Sick and vacation leave
• Employee childcare discounts
• 401(k) participation (nonmatching)
• Professional development assistance