Program Coordinator Two Jobs in Lexington, SC (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview Ignite your desire to be the best! Imagine an energy so positive, so powerful, it ignites your desire to be the best, inspires you to bring out the best in others, and fuels your aspiration to do the best work of your career. At Legacy Traditional Schools we do things a special way, in a way that ignites our desire to be the best, illuminates our educators' best talents, lights up the minds of our students, and fuels our school spirit. We shine the brightest when we raise our hands and rise to the challenge of changing lives through education, cultivating bright curious minds, achieving award‐winning results, upholding our values, and engaging positively with our students, parents and communities. The primary duties of the Community Education Site Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the direct oversight of the campus Community Education programs (Preschool, Legacy Kids Care (LKC), and Kindergarten Education Enrichment Program (KEEP)). The Coordinator implements policies, manages staff, and oversees daily operations. The Coordinator is the lead administrator of the programs and addresses concerns regarding staff and students. The Coordinator evaluates lead and assistant teachers, validates the curriculum and fidelity of the program, and ensures that the school meets all safety and compliance standards set by state law. Administrative duties include inventory ordering, safety compliance, staff evaluation, student discipline, duty scheduling, and parent relationships. Administration may establish additional responsibilities that benefit the overall development of the Community Education program. Essential Functions Oversees all aspects of Community Education (Preschool, KEEP, LKC, Clubs, Vendors). Monitors enrollment for LKC, KEEP and Preschool. Serves as campus lead for Community Education programs. Communicates effectively to all LKC & Preschool staff members regarding program updates. Communicates with parents regarding all aspects of the program. Creates staff schedules reflecting current enrollment, maintaining a 30:1 child:staff ratio for LKC and a 13:1 or 15:1 ratio in Preschool. Ensures all staff members have completed the Staff Member Approval form. On‐call for before or after school LKC & Preschool sessions. Orders snacks & lunches for programs accurately to eliminate waste. Conducts site validations to ensure all implementation requirements align with the LTS mission, vision, and licensing. Monitors and observes LKC activities to ensure staff follow the AM and PM schedule. Inventories and orders materials, resources, and supplies for daily activities. Ensures staff know procedures for lockdown, fire, and discipline policies. Ensures staff follows health and safety procedures for medication storage, facility safety, lockdown/fire safety, and weather conditions. Manages discipline and reports concerns to the Assistant Principal, Preschool Program Coordinator, and Director of Community Education (if applicable). Manages and monitors enrollment paperwork to ensure state‐required emergency contact, medication, allergy/medical, and/or IEP information on file. Trains all Preschool staff on site to perform essential duties and meet licensing requirements. Acts as direct supervisor for all Preschool staff including hiring, remediating, and dismissing staff. Performs annual reviews for direct reports. Advises administration on issues related to student services, staff concerns, and other issues affecting program success. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Education, Licensure, or Certification: High School Diploma. Food Handler's Card/Certification, CPR/First Aid Certified. Recent (within 1 year) Negative TB Test. Minimum 2 years' experience in a child care/preschool setting. Minimum 2 years manager/supervisory experience in a childcare and/or preschool setting. Preferable: 1 year as a Legacy Traditional School employee. Ability to interact positively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators. Experience with child care/after school programs, parent involvement, and curriculum development. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Excel, and other systems to track, summarize, and report data. Independent problem‐solving skills, handling various variables. Excellent organizational, computer, and communication skills. Flexibility with scheduling to meet job requirements. Strong written and verbal communication; diplomatic in all interactions. Effective relationship management with students, teachers, staff, and parents. Openness to feedback and continuous learning in a fast‐paced, mission‐driven environment. Background Checks Required criminal history background check. Must possess and maintain a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at all times. Benefits Industry‐leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, and paid time‐off. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Discounted onsite childcare and student enrollment priority. Retirement plans and promotion opportunities. Training, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement. #J-18808-Ljbffr