Classroom Support Coordinator-Childcare; RCAC)

Classroom Coordinator

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.

This position is located in HCC's Regional Center for the Advancement of Children (RCAC). The Regional Center for the Advancement of Children (RCAC) is a 5-star licensed child care and NC Pre-K facility located on the campus of Haywood Community College. It serves up to 140 children ranging from ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, offering both full-time and part-time care.

Flexibility in this role is offered, 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.

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 children's 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

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