Classroom Coordinator of Itsy Bitsy Child Watch

Itsy Bitsy Child Watch Classroom Coordinator

Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success.

These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.

Mission:
Educate. Inspire. Connect.

Values:
Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration

Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.

The Itsy Bitsy Child Watch (IBCW) Classroom Coordinator is a grant funded position that serves as a full-time early childhood educator in a Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) approved child care program at Holyoke Community College (HCC). The Classroom Coordinator must be a responsible, independent worker with experience maintaining a high-quality educational, healthy and safe environment for children ranging in age from 3 months - 12 years old.

The Classroom Coordinator plans and implements daily routines and activities, and supports program administrators in daily operations. The program's schedule each semester is adjusted to meet the needs of the students including some evenings as needed. Classroom Coordinator will need to be available to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 12 credits and two years of experience in early education and care, family child care or out-of-school time programs;
• Meets minimum requirements for EEC lead teacher;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings;
• Outstanding time management and multi-tasking abilities, with first-rate attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills, including computer and technology proficiency, including experience with Google Suite;
• Provide current CPR/First Aid certification or completion upon hire;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Pass the EEC Background check (CORI/SORI/Fingerprinting).

Equivalency Statement:
We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Early Education and Care or related field;
• Five years experience working in early education and care or family child care;
• Experience supervising education professionals;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish preferred.

Full-time, Non-Unit Professional Position:

Salary Range: $43,704.96 - $54,631.20/year (Grade
2); plus a comprehensive State benefits package.

Hours:

37.5 hrs./week - 48-week position.

Funding Source:
Grant. Additional Details:

Please Note:

a skills assessment or presentation may be required as part of the interview process. Applications received by August 3, 2026, will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at .

Background Check:

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies.

The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against…