Grow NJ Kids Program Coordinator

Rutgers University; Camden, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees and

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a Program Coordinator I for the CCR & R, reporting to the Sr. Program Director.

The role centers on planning and implementing the Grow NJ Kids program, with a focus on recruitment and enrollment and providing technical assistance to early care and education programs in Cumberland, Gloucester & Salem Counties. The position supports the Grow NJ Kids framework to meet high-quality standards and may operate with a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field (psychology, social work, or any other field related to child growth and development), or equivalent combination of education and/or experience plus two years of experience.
• Experience with administering structured classroom observation tools ( ERS , CLASS , etc.). Must obtain rater reliability or become a state anchor within first 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of NJ pre-school teaching and learning standards, NJ birth to three learning standards, and mentoring and coaching practices with program administrators and teachers.
• Meet New Jersey Child Care Information System ( NJCCIS ) registry criteria.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate and execute established plans and policies.
• Strong organizational skills to complete work that is accurate, relevant, and timely.
• Fluent with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement NJ Quality Rating and Improvement System (Grow NJ Kids) activities.
• Provide targeted technical assistance and coaching to enrolled programs as part of Grow NJ Kids continuous improvement cycle.

Skills

Strong written communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a Program Coordinator I for the CCR & R, reporting to the Sr. Program Director.

The role centers on planning and implementing the Grow NJ Kids program, with a focus on recruitment and enrollment and providing technical assistance to early care and education programs in Cumberland, Gloucester & Salem Counties. The position supports the Grow NJ Kids framework to meet high-quality standards and may operate with a hybrid work arrangement.