Coordinator of Child Development Programs

Title:

Coordinator of Child Development Programs

Reports To:

Director of Elementary Education or Designee

Department:
Child Development Programs

Work Year: 210 Days

Classification:
Certificated Management

Salary:
See Certificated Management Salary Schedule

Date Approved:
January 2023

Under the supervision of the Director of Elementary Education or Designee, coordinate the Child Development Programs.

• Plan, coordinate, and direct the implementation and evaluation of the District's Child Development Programs. E
• Monitor and maintain all Child Development Programs to ensure compliance with applicable District, State and Federal laws, regulations and guidelines. E
• Maintain, improve and expand early childhood education and other childcare and development programs through coordinator of efforts and resources.
• In cooperation with the Business Services Department, develop and maintain program budgets; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; monitor and authorize expenditures in accordance with established guidelines; and submit required state reports. E
• Develop and submit grant applications, funding proposals, and contracts for all assigned programs. E Prepare and submit reports and related information in compliance with requirements of funding sources. E
• Improve instructional effectiveness in the District's Child Development Programs through program assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provide leadership in the development of curriculum, instruction, assessment and classroom management in accordance with State and District Standards. E
• Coordinate Child Development site Parent Advisory Committees. E
• Inform parents and community about the District's Child Development Programs and services. E Meet with parents and staff regarding concerns, which cannot be resolved, effectively by the appropriate on-site staff. E
• Recruit and select employees and provide appropriate training for new staff. E
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of Site Supervisors and other assigned staff; interview and elect employees; and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions. E
• Coordinate the planning, delivery and evaluation of the staff development program for Child Development staff. E
• Provide leadership in early child education on District committees and task forces. E
• Serve as a liaison for the District with City, County, State, Federal and other school community groups and organizations related to Child Development and Early Childhood Education programs. E
• Establish and maintain relations/memberships with local, State and Federal agencies and associations to remain current on programs, regulations, issues and legislation that affect the District's Child Development Programs. E
• Provide appropriate transition activities from the Pre-Kindergarten program to the Elementary program. E
• Work in collaboration with Principals to ensure articulation between the school and Child Development Programs on site. E
• Performs other related duties as assigned. E

Generally, any combination of education and experience that could provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical method of demonstrating these requirements would be:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Appropriate California Child Development Permit
• Three (3) years of experience in Child Development programs
• Meet district standards for physical and mental health
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Preschool instructional strategies and curriculum
• Content standards curriculum

• Interpret and apply rules and regulations relating to Child Development Programs under the State Education Code.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of groups and individuals.
• Prepare and present comprehensive, effective oral and written reports.
• Effectively advise appropriate personnel.
• Plan and organize work.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Report writing methods and techniques.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned.

ENVIRONMENT:
Office and school environments.

THE VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and in compliance with federal and state laws, prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, religion…