Crystal Stairs, Inc.Improving the Lives of Families throughChild Care Services, Research, and Advocacy Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations. Early Head Start - Early Childhood Education Coordinator100% Onsite - Location: Los Angeles, CA 90056The following job summary is for descriptive purposes only. Actual job descriptions and job title is subject to change. What We're Looking For:Designs, coordinates, delivers and evaluates high quality educational services to programs serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in the family child care home setting. Provides training and professional development to Child Development Specialist and FCCH providers to increase the quality and strengthen practices that enhance the healthy growth and development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (birth to five years of age). Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of program ongoing assessment process, curriculum development and education school readiness goals. Coordinator is responsible for providing leadership and technical expertise to the Early Head Start Program.Supervises, Coaches, and mentors Child Development Specialist by providing recommendations on instructional materials, teaching methods, and related equipment for the purpose of providing high quality services to children.Works with a team to plan and implement a comprehensive child development program that meets the Head Start definition of curriculum in all program options and settings.Provides monitoring and technical assistance to Child Development Specialist overseeing the child care partners in the delivery of a quality Early Head Start program. EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:BA in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Human Development or related field with knowledge of child development birth to three. Hold a California Program Supervisors Permit or be eligible to obtain. Three or more years experience working with families in a support and empowering environment. Two (2) or more years of experience in a State funded child care program, Head Start, or Early Head Start program in a management or coordinating position. Must have a working knowledge of various computer programs including Microsoft Word, and Excel. Excellent computer skills required. Experience in statistical analysis and working with social services or related community activities preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Must possess a valid California driver's license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance.Must meet State health requirements including passing a physical examination as a condition of employment and must provide verification of a TB clearance at the time of employment.Mandatory CPR and Basic First Aid certificate, which employee is responsible to maintain for the duration of their employment with Head Start. Total Package of BenefitsMedical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employerPet InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children401k Matching OptionsFlex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)Generous Sick and Vacation TimePaid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)Opportunity for Growth and DevelopmentRobust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status. For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area.
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