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Elevated Inc. · 1 day ago

Afternoon Program Coordinator - Early Childhood Education

Berkeley, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Elevated Inc. is dedicated to building strong, connected communities through education, partnering with Jewish schools and early education centers. They are seeking a passionate and organized Afternoon Program Coordinator to lead their afternoon program for toddlers and preschoolers, ensuring a nurturing learning environment while managing administrative needs.

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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

Qualification

Early Childhood EducationClassroom Teaching ExperienceSchool AdministrationLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProfessionalismPassion for EducationMentoring SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

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