Program Coordinator

Children of America; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal career advancement

Employee childcare discount

Educational assistance

TEACH scholarship

Employee referral bonus

Recognition programs

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) & life/disability

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Children of America seeks a Program Coordinator to support daily school operations, oversee classroom management, and implement age-appropriate curricula in alignment with COA policies. You will maintain records, generate regular reports, ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance, and assist in organizing events while serving as a senior on-site leader in the School Director's absence.

This role offers pathways for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package as described in the job

Qualifications

• Meets state and COA age requirement.
• Meets state regulations for Director Designee, Group Leader, or Lead Teacher.
• Maintains state in-service training requirements.
• Experience in childcare with management preferred.
• Has CDA or degree in ECD or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the school in daily operations, including classroom management and supervision.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate programs for children as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and generate reports on a regular basis.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, state regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Organize and manage activities and events, such as field trips and parent conferences.
• Oversee the use of supplies and materials to maintain an effective learning environment.
• Serve as the third-level management in the absence of the School Director or Assistant Director.

Skills

Childcare experience

Management experience

Supervision

Policy compliance

Education

CDA credential

Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field

Job description

About Children of America (COA)

At Children of America (COA), we are a diverse and strong community driven by people, principles, and pride. We believe in fostering an inclusive company culture that values individuality and harnesses the power of unique attributes, perspectives, and backgrounds to build a stronger team. Our program serves children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age, offering a range of programs including Infant, Toddler, Pre‑K, Before and After Care, and Summer Camp.

Job Purpose – Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator at COA plays a vital role in supporting the school's day‑to‑day activities. This position involves overseeing classroom management, implementing age‑appropriate programs for children when necessary, and ensuring that our educational programs meet all company, state, and accreditation requirements. The Program Coordinator maintains records, generates daily/weekly/monthly reports, and ensures compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the school in daily operations, including classroom management and supervision.
• Develop and implement age‑appropriate programs for children as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and generate reports on a regular basis.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, state regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Organize and manage activities and events, such as field trips and parent conferences.
• Oversee the use of supplies and materials to maintain an effective learning environment.
• Serve as the third‑level management in the absence of the School Director or Assistant Director.

Qualifications

• Meets state and COA age requirement.
• Meet state regulations for Director Designee, Group Leader, or Lead Teacher.
• Maintains state in‑service training requirements.
• Previous work experience in childcare with management experience preferred.
• Has obtained or is completing a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or has a degree in Early Childhood Development or a related field.

Benefits

• Internal Career Advancement Opportunities.
• 50% Discount on Employee Childcare.
• Educational Assistance/Reimbursement.
• T.E.A.C.H Scholarship Partnerships.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Recognition Programs.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 401(k), Life, Accident, & Disability.
• Paid Vacation/ Paid Holidays.

The Base pay rate range for this position is $21.00 to $25.00 hourly. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance‑based incentives or other benefits.

Children of America is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices. This job description is intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state‑specific pay transparency regulations.

Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.