Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Leadership position responsible for guiding educational quality and pedagogical practice across all programs serving children birth through age five. Lead professional development, mentor teaching staff, and ensure implementation of developmentally appropriate practices aligned with Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS). Support continuous quality improvement through coaching, curriculum development, and program assessment.
Duties
Daily Operations Coordination
- Oversee daily program operations and facility management
- Coordinate staff scheduling, coverage, and substitute arrangements
- Manage building safety, maintenance requests, and emergency procedures
- Ensure smooth transitions and communication between shifts
Classroom Support Coverage
Maintain active teaching credentials and classroom coverage as neededSupport teachers with classroom management and educational resourcesConduct informal classroom observations and provide feedbackAssist with child supervision during transitions and special eventsFamily Communication Services
Handle day-to-day parent inquiries and concernsSupport enrollment processes and tour coordinationManage family communication systems and updatesCoordinate family events and engagement activitiesAdministrative Support
Assist with licensing compliance and documentation requirementsSupport record-keeping for attendance, incidents, and program dataCoordinate with external vendors, services, and maintenanceProvide backup administrative support for director and operations managerProgram Quality Staff Support
Support staff professional development and training coordinationAssist with policy implementation and procedure updatesMonitor program quality standards and safety protocolsFacilitate communication between administrative and teaching staffLeadership Backup
Serve as acting supervisor in absence of director or operations managerMake operational decisions within established guidelinesHandle urgent situations and escalate as appropriateRepresent program professionally with families and community partnersRequirements
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field requiredMinimum 5 years teaching experience in early childhood settingsPrevious coaching or mentoring experience requiredAdvanced knowledge of CT ELDS and DOTSExperience with various curriculum approachesStrong understanding of adult learning principlesExcellence in written and verbal communicationExperience with quality rating systems and accreditationStrong leadership and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of current early childhood research and trendsNice To Haves
Professional Skills
Ability to build trusting relationships with staffStrong observation and assessment skillsExcellence in providing constructive feedbackAbility to differentiate coaching approachesStrong organizational and time management skillsEffective problem-solving abilitiesCultural competence and sensitivityAbility to lead change initiativesExcellence in facilitation and presentationStrong analytical and research skillsSchedule
Full-time position following program calendarFlexibility to accommodate staff schedules 6 : 00am-6 : 30pmEvening hours for family events and trainingOccasional weekend professional development