Lead Early Childhood Classroom Specialist

Blue Ridge Community Action; Rutherford College (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Community Action seeks an Early Childhood Specialist to lead classroom operations, plan and implement curricula, and ensure compliance with licensing standards. The role supports staff development, data entry, and family engagement while maintaining a safe, high-quality learning environment for children aged birth to 5.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, conducting observations, and coordinating with families.

Qualifications

• Must meet NC child care licensing and Head Start standards.
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• Experience in daycare or similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Lead daily classroom operations and supervise children.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, performance standards, and policies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized classroom environment.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor classroom staff.
• Document attendance and data entry in the appropriate system.
• Conduct screenings and assessments as required.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with program standards.
• Support individualized learning needs including IEP/IFSP requirements.
• Communicate with families regularly and professionally.
• Participate in trainings and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.

Skills

ECE knowledge

Licensing standards

Classroom supervision

Staff coaching

Documentation

Family communication

School readiness

Data entry

Professionalism

Education

Associate degree in ECE

Job description

Blue Ridge Community Action seeks an Early Childhood Specialist to lead classroom operations, plan and implement curricula, and ensure compliance with licensing standards. The role supports staff development, data entry, and family engagement while maintaining a safe, high-quality learning environment for children aged birth to 5.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, conducting observations, and coordinating with families.