Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ability to work cooperatively with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Commitment to the belief that all children can succeed.

• Competence in assessing children's behavioral needs and designing appropriate instructional

      strategies.

• Foster a positive public image of programs by cooperating with colleagues and administration.

• Knowledge and training in trauma-informed care.

• Leadership experience in a school or center setting.

• Proficiency in web-based platforms, video uploading, Zoom, and SWIVL.

• Ensure developmentally appropriate classroom environments using Creative Curriculum, School

• Readiness goals, Conscious Discipline, CLASS, PQA, and Early Learning Outcomes Framework.

• Adhere to NMCAA Early Childhood Guidance Policy and Child Development Programs Code of

      Conduct.

• Follow mandated child abuse and neglect reporting procedures.

• Conduct child observations and use e-DECA with teachers and parents to assess needs and apply

       recommendations.

• Conduct home visits for parenting education and collaboration between home and school

      environments.

• Provide monthly staff trainings on trauma-informed care and parent education workshops.

• Collaborate with Education Coaches and teachers to document children's next steps in ChildPlus.

• Maintain and update work calendar in Outlook weekly.

• Attend Education Coach meetings and meet regularly with the Education Coach Manager.

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of office equipment, web-based software, and email.

• Provide timely and detailed reports with next steps shared within 5 days of observations.

• Maintain professional and personal confidentiality.

• Use payroll system to meet employment requirements.

• Report to LARA within 3 business days if arrested or convicted of any crimes as specified by Michigan

Education and Experience:

 * BA/BS in early childhood education or a related field.
 * Master’s degree in early childhood education or related field preferred.
 * Experience working with preschool-aged children and mentoring teachers.
 * Experience in a team environment.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Ability to lift objects weighing 50 lbs. or more.
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and twisting.
Potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.
Potential exposure to commu