Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator Iron

Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator (Flexible Assignment) - Iron County 2026-27

Location:

Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District, Bates Early Childhood Center - Iron River, Michigan

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

This position will begin with the start of the 2026-27 school year. Wage is based on the ESP II Master Agreement Pay Scale. Full benefits available including dental and vision at no cost to the employee. Posting will remain open until filled.

Title: Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator (Flexible Assignment) - Currently located at the Bates Early Childhood Center, Iron County

Report To: Director of Early Childhood Education

Length of

Contract:

School Year, Full-Time (1,384 hours)

Employment Status: ESP II Union, Non-exempt

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.84 to $18.85 Per Hour

• A minimum requirement is a High School diploma or equivalent, and must obtain a Child Development Associate credential within two years of hire date.
• A minimum of one year successful experience in a licensed preschool or child care program preferred.
• Be physically qualified as determined by a physical examination upon hire.
• A professional knowledge of child growth and development and sensitivity to the needs of young children and their families.
• Able to physically manage, lift and interact with students of a wide range of physical size and ability as needed.
• Driving may be necessary for this position which would require a valid driver's license.

• To help, assist and give aid and support for the effective and efficient operation of all program related functions of the classroom.
• Promote good public relations by neat appearance of person and proper attitude.

• Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and Early Childhood Standards of Conduct.
• Work cooperatively with Education and Early Childhood Development Coordinator and follow guidance provided.
• Work in a flexible capacity within the assigned building to support all functions of the classroom as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom), Assistant/Associate Coordinator, and with parents and volunteers in implementing the High/Scope Curriculum in the classroom and all applicable program mandates throughout the day.
• Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator in providing a classroom atmosphere to promote the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth according to each child’s needs.
• Work cooperatively with Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator to maintain a safe and secure classroom environment.
• Work cooperatively as a team in coordinating classroom activities as it relates to Early Childhood Education and the assigned children and families.
• Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom), Assistant/Associate Coordinator, and service area coordinators in all program activities for the assigned families.
• Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) in the development and implementation of the weekly lesson plans when appropriate.
• Maintain child & family records and information in a safe and confidential manner.
• Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator with reporting and documentation of:
  • lesson plans
  • anecdotal records and progress on Child Outcome Record data entry and reports.
  • travel and expenses
  • supplies, inventory and other program documentation & record keeping responsibilities as deemed necessary by administration.
• Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator with the maintenance of supplies and the assurance of an inviting and safe classroom for children and adults that promotes learning through the High/Scope Curriculum.
• Facilitate, with the classroom coordinator, a process by which all adults in the classroom eat with the children and provide appropriate conversation.
• Shares the responsibility for assisting in classroom meal service and cleanup.
• Participates in all staff meetings and ongoing training to further develop necessary skills/knowledge.
• Maintain…