Afternoon Program Coordinator - Early Childhood Education at ElevatEd

Berkeley, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Communication, Organizational Skills, Curriculum Development, Responsive Teaching, Family Engagement, Safety Compliance, Administrative Operations, Mentoring, Professionalism, Reflective Practices, Inclusivity, Career Growth

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

At Elevated, we believe in the power of education to build strong, connected communities. We partner with Jewish schools and early education centers to recruit, support, and elevate talented educators. While our roots are in the Jewish community, our schools welcome students, families, and teachers of all backgrounds. What unites us is a shared commitment to high-quality education, nurturing environments, and helping children thrive. We are seeking a passionate and organized Afternoon Program Coordinator to lead our Afternoon Program serving toddlers and preschoolers. In this full-time or part-time role, you’ll direct the operations of a robust afternoon care program for toddlers and preschoolers, while also supporting the administrative needs of the center. This position is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator who enjoys both teaching and operations. This is a position offering stability, collaboration, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in early childhood education. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field strongly preferred. At least five (5) years of classroom teaching experience in early childhood education required. At least 15 units of ECE required, including infant/toddler and administration units. Strong leadership and team collaboration skills with the ability to mentor and support staff. Excellent communication and organizational abilities for managing both classroom and administrative responsibilities. Proficiency in school documentation, compliance tracking, and other school administration essentials. Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Passion for early childhood education and commitment to creating an inclusive, nurturing learning environment for diverse learners, including learners with higher support needs. Interest and desire in career growth. Responsibilities: Lead an afternoon program with creativity, structure, and compassion, ensuring a nurturing and developmentally appropriate learning environment. Design and implement engaging, play-based curriculum that supports children’s curiosity, independence, and growth. Foster social, emotional, and cognitive development through intentional, responsive teaching practices. Build and maintain strong partnerships with families, communicating regularly about each child’s progress and needs. Collaborate with teachers and administrators to maintain a positive, team-oriented culture and high program standards. Oversee classroom organization, safety, and compliance, ensuring documentation and daily checklists are completed accurately. Support administrative operations, including: scheduling, enrollment tracking, communication with families, and event coordination. Assist the Director with staff support, onboarding, and operational projects, while developing leadership skills aligned with future administrative responsibilities. Demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and sound judgment, actively contributing to school-wide goals, and engaging in reflective practices. If you are excited to help young children learn and grow while working in a diverse and supportive community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career!

Responsibilities

Lead an afternoon program for toddlers and preschoolers, ensuring a nurturing and developmentally appropriate learning environment. Oversee classroom organization, safety, and compliance while supporting administrative operations.