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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. As the Program Coordinator, you will maintain records, generate daily/weekly/monthly reports, and ensure compliance with regulations.
What are the day to day 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.
By joining our team as a Program Coordinator, you will contribute to creating a nurturing and enriching environment for children while upholding our commitment to quality education and care. Your dedication and passion for supporting children's growth and development will play a crucial role in our mission to provide exceptional programs and experiences for our students.
What are the requirements for this job?
Meets state and COA age requirement.
Meet state regulations of Director Designee, Group Leader, or Lead Teacher
Maintains state in-service training requirements.
Work Experience: Has previous work experience in childcare with management experience preferred
Education: Has obtained or is completing a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or has a degree in Early Childhood Development or related field.
Our Shared Mission:
Accountability: We empower self-decision making by accepting responsibility and learning from our mistakes to serve COA's mission, vision, and values.
Collaboration: We align solutions that understand the needs of our stakeholders to serve COA's mission, vision, and values.
Growth Mindset: We view obstacles as opportunities for growth, accepting feedback to enhance the development of employees and the organization.
Integrity: We go beyond honesty and loyalty by considering the impact of decisions and doing what's right for all stakeholders.
Consistency: We ensure continuity of care to uphold COA's brand and enable stakeholders to have clear expectations of their experience.
THE BENEFITS OUR ASSISTANT TEACHERS (INFANT/TODDLER) ENJOY:
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 $19.00 to $23.00 annually. 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.
The listed responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation range reflect the essential functions and expectations of the role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity.
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.