Education Coordinator

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Education Coordinator will provide part-time support to the Managing Director of Early Childhood Education and the Education Department in the day-to-day needs of a preschool program serving 120+ children ages two through five. Working primarily during afternoon and Extended Day programming, the Education Coordinator will support teachers, children, and families and assist with administrative and program-related tasks that help the department run smoothly. The successful candidate will bring warmth, creativity, flexibility, and a collaborative approach to the role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Managing Director with the day-to-day needs of the Education Department during afternoon and Extended Day programming.
• Provide support to teachers and staff with classroom needs, questions, and day-to-day program needs.
• Help ensure that Extended Day programming runs smoothly and that children and families have a positive experience.
• Assist with communication with families, including answering questions, sharing information, and helping address concerns as needed.
• Help maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for children, families, and staff.
• Support teachers with classroom materials, resources, and curriculum-related needs.
• Assist with maintaining program records, forms, and other educational documentation.
• Support teachers with child observations, assessments, and developmental documentation as needed.
• Assist with program activities, family events, staff meetings, and other Education Department initiatives.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• FLSA Non-Exemp, Part-Time Position.
• Monday - Friday: 3:00 pm – 6:15 pm, with room for flexibility.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in related field preferred.
• Two years early childhood education teaching experience preferred.
• New York State Teacher Certification (Birth-Grade 2 or equivalent) required.

WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE:

• Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Must pass the background check, medical exams, fingerprinting and other requirements of the Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Education (DOE).

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.