Child Development Coordinator

Position Summary

Coordinate education services across Head Start, Early Head Start, NC Pre-K, and Day Care programs in collaboration with the Child Services Director, Center Directors, teaching staff, families, and community partners.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

1. Assist with implementing and monitoring education-related program standards, agency procedures, and NC Child Care Licensing requirements, including follow-up on identified needs.
2. Support curriculum implementation, child assessments, developmentally appropriate practices, and individualized learning strategies by providing information and assistance to teaching staff.
3. Complete and maintain CLASS observer certification for the applicable age groups to conduct classroom observations, review results, and provide feedback to strengthen teacher-child interactions and teaching practices.
4. Coordinate and track developmental and educational screenings; review results, identify needed follow-up, and monitor applicable screening deadlines.
5. Coordinate with the Disabilities Manager to facilitate referrals for children with suspected developmental delays, disabilities, or mental health concerns by sharing relevant screening results, assessment data, and classroom observations and assisting with referral documentation and follow-up.
6. Provide practical support to teaching staff on classroom practices, child development, inclusion, individualization, and developmental and behavioral concerns; assist with observations and related follow-up.
7. Assist the Disabilities Manager by attending IEP and IFSP meetings as needed and supporting classroom accommodations and teaching strategies outlined in IEPs, IFSPs, and other individualized support plans.
8. Assist with coordinating training, coaching resources, and professional development related to curriculum, assessment, teacher-child interactions, teaching practices, and program requirements.
9. Support transitions for children entering, moving between, or leaving Child Development programs, including coordination with families, receiving teachers, schools, and the Disabilities Manager as appropriate.
10. Communicate with families about curriculum, assessments, developmental and educational screenings, school readiness, and available learning resources.
11. Maintain accurate, confidential education records and assessment documentation; track deadlines and complete required data entry in ChildPlus and other program systems.
12. Assist with education monitoring, record reviews, reports, and corrective-action follow-up; communicate outstanding documentation, classroom needs, or compliance concerns to program leadership.
13. Participate in required program and community meetings, planning activities, and professional development; perform other related coordination and support duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

Core knowledge, competencies, and abilities required to perform the duties of the position effectively.

• Knowledge of early childhood development and education practices
• Understanding of early childhood regulations and licensing requirements
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Work collaboratively with staff and leadership
• Maintain confidentiality

Certificates / Licenses

Required or applicable certifications, licenses, or credentials necessary to perform the position.

• Must meet NC Child Care Licensing qualification requirements for the assigned position.
• TB test, physical examination, and NC qualifying letter required.
• EDU 119 (or EDU 119 equivalent) required at a minimum.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or must be obtained within the required timeframe.

Education

Minimum and preferred educational qualifications for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree (four-year degree) in Early Childhood Education or a related field required

Experience

Relevant work experience required or preferred for successful job performance.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in early childhood education
• Experience in a Head Start, Early Head Start, or NC Pre-K environment preferred

Other Requirements

• Work as part of a team
• Interact professionally with clients, participants, families, staff, and external partners
• Must pass a criminal background check and substance abuse screening
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Work flexible hours as needed to meet program needs
• Travel between agency locations and attend meetings outside normal business hours as required