Performance Development Coordinator Jobs in Two Rivers, WI

Child Development Coordinator Job Compensation:

• Starting Salary $47,514.83 

Child Development Coordinator Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Monitor Child Development, Disabilities, Nutrition and Wellness program including Case Reviews, classroom observations, child file reviews, in-house staffing, monthly CLASS reviews, child and classroom transitions, case notes and coordination of services while maintaining confidentiality of child and family, and as necessary perform classroom teacher duties.
2. Provide direct supervision to Classroom Teachers and/or Assistant Teachers to conduct performance appraisals to include coordination and/or direct technical assistance.
3. Is responsible to recruit and train volunteers that will assist with child development duties that include implementation of Screenings, Assessments, Home Visits, Parent/Teacher Conferences, Lesson Planning, Individualization, referrals of children with potential disabilities and other tasks as assigned.
4. In conjunction with Center Manager, plan and coordinate First Aid, Infant/Child CPR, Blood borne Pathogen/Universal Precautions, Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Abuse/Neglect trainings for staff, parents, and volunteers.
5. Maintain database management system for Head Start Services in child development, Disabilities and Mental Health.
6. Provide training and technical assistance, including guidance, support, and supervision in areas of Child Development, Disabilities, Mental Health, Nutrition, and transition services, and ensure the coordination of services to children among staff.
7. Monitor procedures for case reviews, health emergencies, injury/accident prevention, reporting (to include parents), and follow-up, individualization/ modifications for children with special needs.
8. Assist with developing Professional Development Plans through promoting the use of T&TA forms, utilizing weekly, biweekly, and monthly observations, CLASS scores/information, and data review in the creations of such plans.
9. Coordinate, plan, and ensure staff and volunteers hired after pre-service receive content area and agency training as part of the new employee orientation process prior to assuming duties.
10. Monitor and track classroom teachers for compliance of job duties (ex: screenings/ assessments, home visits, conferences, individualization, lesson plans, child outcomes, proper case notes, classroom files, transitions, curriculum implementation) classroom management and classroom set-up, file reviews, adherence to policies and procedures, Head Start performance standards, and state licensing requirements.
11. Ensure required documentation, classroom tracking systems, reports and referrals are completed and error free, and submit documents to corresponding Regional staff in a timely and efficient manner.
12. Oversee the implementation of Disabilities and Child Food and Adult Care program (CACFP) policies and procedures including family style meal services, menus, meal schedules, and classroom nutritional activities.
13. Coordinate with Center Manager in assessing and implementing Disabilities & Mental Wellness services, recruitment of children and children with disabilities, provide guidance and support to classroom teachers in the implementation of early care and educational services in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing mandates and programmatic policies.
14. Responsible for IEP/IFSP goals are implemented and tracked in coordination with teaching staff.
15. Coordinate health, disability, pregnant women and/or newborns home visits with Family Services and teaching staff to maximize efficiency and staff time.
16. Ensure children are always supervised and that staff-child ratios are maintained in each classroom.
17. Ensure Active Supervision procedures are being implemented and monitored. This includes activities such as checking and securing buses, loading, and unloading of buses.
18. In consultation with Center Manager, determine staff classroom teaching assignment and required space based on Head Start performance standards and State licensing regulations.
19. Coordinate the Disabilities and Mental Wellness services at the center to include consultant schedule and work with staff and parents in accessing available Mental Wellness services at the center.
20. In Coordination with the Center Manager, manage the loading and unloading of all children including checking and securing of buses in the morning and/or afternoon.
21. Assist in executing and managing Center budget including the collection and processing of non-federal share (In-kind) with required documentation for Child Development and Health in accordance with UMOS policy and procedures.
22. Review and approve lesson plans, home visits and field trips- ensuring activities are individualized to reflect individual needs and School Readiness goals.
23. Attend Center and Regional staff meetings, case reviews, trainings, open houses, and other program activities as assigned.
24. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
1. Be 21 years of age
2. Must possess a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development /or related field
3. Must have at least 2 years of classroom experience and/or combination of 1-year classroom and 1 year of supervisory experience.
4. Possess presentation/training experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office
5. Strong oral and written communication skills
6. Bilingual in English and Spanish oral and written preferred.
7. Have reliable transportation and possess a valid driver’s license and have adequate insurance.

Work Environment, Physical, and Sensory Demands:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
Accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:
1. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend.
2. Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 20 lbs.
3. Occasionally required to drive.
4. Frequently exposed to moderate temperature generally encountered in a controlled or uncontrolled temperature environment
Tools & Equipment Used:
1. Phones, computer system.
2. Fax machine, copy machine, laminator, computer, calculator.
3. Use first aid equipment, fire extinguisher.
Usage varies by position.

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

Employment with UMOS is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check prior to employment. In accordance with licensing regulation, must complete a physical exam and TB screening test showing absence of Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment or sooner if required by local/state regulation. Must complete approved Shaken Baby Training & SIDS prior to working with children, Fire Extinguisher Training, Infant/Child CPR and First Aid within 30 days. Must have annual continuing Education hours to meet State and Federal requirements. Must register with State Childcare Registry (WI, MO, or AR) within 30 days of employment.
UMOS is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

UMOS is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.