Job Title : Community Engagement & Marketing Coordinator
Reports to : Center Director or Executive Director.
About Us :
Tiny Steps Learning Center is a warm, community-focused early childhood education center dedicated to supporting children and families through high-quality care and learning. We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and bilingual Family Engagement Specialist to foster meaningful family partnerships, support daily administrative tasks, and ensure alignment with Grow NJ Kids quality standards.
Position Summary :
The Community Engagement & Marketing Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring a positive family experience and a strong community presence for Tiny Steps Learning Center. This position is responsible for welcoming families during the morning opening shift, maintaining accurate student records, managing parent communication, and providing exceptional customer service. In addition, this role leads marketing efforts by creating engaging social media content, designing promotional materials, and supporting recruitment and enrollment initiatives. The coordinator also assists with CACFP food program compliance and daily administrative tasks to help ensure smooth school operations. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, self-driven, and passionate about building meaningful partnerships with families and the community.
Key Responsibilities :
Family & Community Engagement :
- Serve as the opening staff member , greeting families and preparing the center each morning.
- Build positive and supportive relationships with families.
- Maintain up-to-date children’s files and compliance documents.
- Manage Brightwheel messaging , announcements, and parent communications.
- Support enrollment tours, onboarding, and family recruitment.
- Assist with engagement events, surveys, and resource coordination.
Marketing & Outreach :
Create engaging social media content , photos, and videos (with permissions).Design flyers, newsletters, and digital marketing materials.Maintain updated online presence (website, Google listings, etc.).Food Program & Administrative Support :
Support attendance tracking and required reporting.Provide general administrative support to the leadership team.Track CACFP meal counts and maintain compliance documentation.Qualifications :
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Early Childhood, Communications, or related field.Minimum 2 years experience in a childcare, school, or community-based role.Bilingual (English / Spanish) required.Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.Reliable for opening shift and able to work independently.Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.Must pass background checks and meet required NJ childcare clearances.Proficient with technology; experience with Canva or similar tools a plus.Benefits :
Competitive pay, based on experience.22 paid holidays per year , including your birthday as a paid holiday.Paid training and ongoing professional development.Supportive team environment and opportunities for advancement.Paid Parking Provided.