NBFAs ELC Coordinator must have experience implementing high-quality early childhood practices in a public school environment. Responsibilities focus primarily on leading the preschool classrooms to provide a high-quality early childhood learning experience for 3-5-year-old children and their families. NBFAs Early Childhood Coordinator will be responsible for fostering, nurturing and modeling NBFA as a public charter school district with a shared vision, goals and expectations for teaching and learning.
Principal Accountabilities:
Foundations of Quality
Develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with staff, children, and families to support a strong and connected preschool community.
Promote and sustain a positive, welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive preschool environment that supports the success and well-being of all students, families, and staff.
Provide leadership for all aspects of the NAEYC accreditation process, including planning, implementation, documentation, compliance monitoring, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
Operations and Scheduling
Oversee the day-to-day operations of preschool classrooms to ensure a safe, organized, and high-quality learning environment.
Develop, implement, and maintain procedures, protocols, and policies that support high-quality early childhood programming and compliance with applicable regulations.
Manage classroom schedules and staff coverage to ensure continuity of services and effective program operations.
Oversee the procurement, organization, and management of supplies, materials, and equipment necessary to support preschool instruction and daily operations.
Preschool Instructional Leadership and Support
Provide ongoing feedback, mentorship, and coaching to preschool staff to support professional growth and instructional effectiveness.
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate professional learning opportunities aligned with program goals, instructional best practices, and staff development needs.
Collaborate with the Leadership Team to evaluate, select, and implement curriculum and instructional resources that support high-quality early childhood education.
Oversee the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), utilizing developmental screening data and ongoing assessments to identify and address student needs.
Collaborate with the local public school district and multidisciplinary teams regarding special education referrals, evaluations, transitions, and service delivery.
Conduct evaluations of non-certified preschool instructional support staff in accordance with district policies and established performance standards.
Enrollment and Family & Community Engagement
Collaborate with the Leadership team around student enrollment and recruitment initiatives
In collaboration with the Enrollment Coordinator, oversee the enrollment lottery and all aspects of the student enrollment process, ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and timelines.
Plan and facilitate family events, including Family conferences, Open House and Curriculum Based Family Events
Plan and lead Preschool Orientation for new families, ensuring a welcoming transition and providing families with the information and resources necessary for a successful partnership.
Oversee and facilitate effective communication with families, fostering strong partnerships that support student success, family engagement, and positive school-home relationships.
Build relationships with external partners to enrich children's experiences and/or support families
Other Related Responsibilities:
Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal or Director
Serves as an integral member of a district-wide instructional team