FT Classroom Support Coordinator (RCAC)

FT Classroom Support Coordinator (RCAC)

Salary

$35,494.00 - $38,000.00 Annually

Location

Regional Center for the Advancement of Children, HCC Main Campus, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Number

2026.6.11

Department

Business Operations

Division

Child Care Center

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

6/25/2026 4:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Primary Purpose of Position

The Classroom Coordinator supports the daily operations and overall quality of assigned classrooms within the childcare center. This role ensures consistency in teaching practices, compliance with licensing standards, and a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children. The coordinator works closely with teachers to maintain high-quality programming aligned with best practices in Early Childhood Education.

• We offer flexibility in this role, with the option to work either a 10-month or 12-month schedule based on candidate preference and business needs. The posted salary reflects a 10-month schedule. Compensation will be adjusted accordingly for candidates choosing a 12-month appointment.

Essential Job Duties

• Works with and communicates closely with Administration to ensure the overall needs of the families, teachers, classrooms, and center are met
• Along with the Education Coordinator and Administrative Assistant, ensure center operations when the Program Director is not available
• Facilitates classroom arrangement and design to best meet the needs of the children, staff and learning environment
• Monitor classroom curriculum planning and implementation of curriculum
• Monitor and assist with individual child assessments and assist with meeting and setting children's personal goals
• Assist teachers with identifying, accessing, and linking individuals with necessary service providers
• Regularly review and assess classroom service quality
• Manage the staff work schedule and ensure daily classroom coverage. Communicate issues with daily operations due to child to staff ratios directly to the Program Director.
• Works closely with the Education Coordinator regarding teacher Professional Development and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) in accordance with DCDEE regulations
• Provide direct support, focusing on childrens development toward school readiness goals
• When necessary, work with Education Coordinator and Program Director to request, identify, facilitate and plan for State Competency Evaluations to assist with the Educational and training requirements of the 5 star license
• Assist with scheduling and attend State required Parent Teacher conferences as a teacher support and coordinating liaison
• Offer "in the moment" mentoring and support in classroom behavior management
• Participate in Part Time and Full Time staff interviews alongside the Program Director offering insight, recommendations and suggestions regarding the potential new hire.
• Oversee daily classroom operations to ensure smooth, consistent routines
• Support teachers in implementing curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide feedback to improve instructional quality
• Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and center policies
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom organization
• Monitor classroom ratios, schedules, and staffing needs
• Model effective classroom management and positive teacher-child interactions
• Support implementation of social-emotional learning strategies and behavior guidance
• Maintain accurate classroom records, including attendance, incident reports, and developmental assessments
• Communicate regularly with teachers, families, and center leadership
• Assist with onboarding and training of new staff
• Step into classrooms as needed to maintain coverage

Qualifications

Minimum

• Five years' experience in North Carolina, Licensed Early Childhood setting with ages birth-PreK.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Prior experience in a classroom leadership or teaching role required.
• Must also provide a portfolio of achievements, training, and other information relevant to the position.

Preferred

• Associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or related field
• Knowledge of state licensing requirements and quality standards
• Experience supporting or leading classroom teams preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Supplemental Information

The following is necessary for consideration:

• Official Haywood Community College employment application online found at our jobs page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywoodedu. Please call Jamie Hilton at (828)627-4562 with any questions or if you are unable to complete the online application for any reason.
• The application must be complete for consideration - do not reference resume. A resume is suggested but does not take the place of any questions or details that you need to provide in order to be qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts must be included for the application process. Most unofficial transcripts can be downloaded from college/university websites. Official transcripts of all secondary education must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of any offer of employment.
• References may not be a current HCC employee. Candidates must provide three professional references with email addresses. At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor.
• College screening committee is responsible for application review, interviews, and recommends the candidate to HR. Upon completion of the hire process in HR, President approval is required in the hire of a candidate.
• HCC is a tobacco free campus

Haywood Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Upon request, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities so that they may be able to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would result in an undue burden for the College.

Haywood Community College (HCC) is part of the North Carolina Community College System and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Founded in 1965, it is an open-door institution with the mission to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development. This includes programs for Haywood County high school students through Career and College Promise and Haywood Early College. The college campus, a designated arboretum, boasts one of the most beautiful college campuses in the state with an iconic mill pond, a productive greenhouse, dahlia gardens, an orchard garden and a rhododendron garden.

Full-time: Employees working on a full time schedule in a permanently established position when the incumbent is expected to be retained in the position on a contracted basis. Full-time staff receive contracts for a specific length of time within a fiscal year. Full-time faculty receive contracts for an academic period within a fiscal year, as required by state law, and may be contracted on a month by month basis per instructional needs thereafter.

During specified contract periods, full-time faculty and staff will be afforded the following benefits:

• Annual Leave (based on years of service)
• Sick Leave
• Longevity Pay (based on years of service and per qualification requirements)
• Holiday Pay

Employees are eligible for membership in the Teachers and State Employees Retirement System which also offers long-term disability benefits (upon five years of service), short term disability benefits (upon one year of service) and life insurance (after one year of service).

Other benefits include participation in:

• North Carolina State Health Plan insurance (after 30 days of FT employment)
• Life Insurance plan provided by HCC.

Full-time faculty and staff are also offered supplemental benefits which are optional. The cost of any supplemental benefit is the responsibility of the employee.

Employer Haywood Community College

Address 185 Freedlander Drive

Clyde, North Carolina, 28721

Phone 828-627-4562

Website https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/haywoodedu