School Program Coordinator

The Gardner School; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Job summary

The Gardner School in Dedham, MA is seeking a School Program Coordinator to oversee operations, lead staff, and deliver high-quality early childhood programs. The role emphasizes compliance with state regulations, reporting, and strong family partnerships.

You will support classrooms during peak times, manage scheduling and logistics, and uphold safety and confidentiality standards while contributing to a positive, growth-focused environment for children and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Education Administration, or related field.
• Lead Teacher EEC Certification.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed child development program, with at least 1 year as a teacher or supervising a childcare program.

Responsibilities

• Manage the School in conformance with state/local regulations and Gardner School policies.
• Open/close the school in the absence of executive leadership.
• Prepare and forward reports per policies.
• Track inquiries and convert them into parent tours.
• Maintain confidentiality with families and staff; communicate professionally.
• Lead and teach children during the day and support classroom staff.
• Ensure safety rules are enforced and playground/equipment maintained.
• Notify parents promptly of injuries and document incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Attendance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Lead Teacher EEC Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## School Program CoordinatorApply: Dedham, MA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR103219It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.We have an exciting opportunity for a **School Program Coordinator** working in our State-of-the-Art facility! At **The Gardner School of Dedham**, you will be part of a caring, fun, dynamic group of professional teachers that thrive on providing exceptional educational experiences. You will work in an environment that values your contributions and provides you with the resources you need to apply high-quality, developmentally appropriate programs. Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported. If you have a desire and passion to make a difference in the lives of children and parents, The Gardner School is the place for you! **What You’ll Do:*** Manage the School in conformance with all state and local regulations and The Gardner School policies and procedures.* Administrative duties to include opening and closing the school in the absence of the Executive School Director and Assistant School Director.* Prepare and forward reports in accordance with The Gardner School policies and procedures.* Assists in tracking all inquiries and converts inquiries into parent tours of the school.* Maintains professional and positive relationships and communication with parents and staff.* Maintains confidentiality of school directives, curriculum, and software.* Utilized to provide additional classroom support during high volume times.* Lead and teach children through all activities of the day, assuring they have an enjoyable, well-rounded educational experience in the absences of teaching staff.* Ensures that classroom and playground equipment is maintained in good repair.* Enforces all safety rules and regulations with staff for the safety of the children and parents* Notifies parents via telephone immediately should their child suffer any type of injury. Ensure proper documentation of accident/incident and obtain necessary signatures.* Dispense medication to children that have a medication authorization form.* Keep fully apprised of all activities in the school.* Always represent the best interests of the children and The Gardner School.* Other duties as assigned. **What We Offer:*** **Competitive Pay:** The salary range for this position is $49,700-$67,300 annually. *The range reflects the good-faith compensation range the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, skills, education, geographic location, and other business-related factors. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.** **Comprehensive Benefits:** Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities* **Career Growth:** Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture. **Minimum Qualifications****Education*** **Bachelor’s degree** in Early Childhood Education, Education Administration, or a related field.* Must hold a current **Lead Teacher EEC Certification**. **Experience*** Minimum **2 year of experience in a licensed child development program, with at least 1 year as a teacher or supervising a childcare program.** (required) **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Strong **leadership, organization, and communication** skills* Knowledge of **state childcare licensing standards** and early learning best practices* Ability to manage **staff scheduling, budgets, and daily school operations** effectively* Proficiency in **Microsoft Office** and administrative systems* Ability to maintain **confidentiality**, professionalism, and positive relationships with families and staff* Strong **problem-solving and decision-making** skills with consistent, reliable attendance **Physical Requirements*** Ability to **lift and carry children up to 60 lbs*** Ability to operate computers, phones, and standard office/classroom equipment* Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including **active engagement throughout the school environment********Why You’ll Love The Gardner School*** Beautiful, **state-of-the-art preschool environment*** Supportive leadership team focused on professional growth* **Comprehensive benefits package:** Health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, childcare tuition discount, and paid holidays* Continuous **training and career advancement opportunities** *The Gardner School extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law.*