Job Information
Educational Alliance, Inc. Program Coordinator in New York, New York
MCC Program Coordinator FY25
Salary Range: $26.44 To $29.81 (USD) Hourly
Reports to: Director of Operations
Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization, and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming–now across 15 sites—focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement.
JOB PURPOSE
Early Childhood at Manny Cantor Center is helping to build a vision for progressive education on the Lower East Side. Inspired by progressive preschools around the world, we believe that all children learn through inquiry, exploration and play in the context of strong relationships and a sense of belonging. Our Program Coordinators provide critical support to families, teachers and staff, and facilitate the day-to-day operations of our school.
SCOPE OF INFLUENCE
Partner with the teaching staff and administration in the overall philosophy and direction of the preschool
Support in operations, data entry, and workflow functions for Early Childhood programs
Ensure full compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and laws that govern Educational Alliance programs and facilities, including permit application, recertification, audits, and site inspections, so that the organization is “review ready”
Close working relationship with both teaching and administrative staff
Acts as a liaison for families into the school
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Enrollment, Registration and Compliance Paperwork
Support families through the enrollment process by supporting them in completing all required paperwork for registration
Collaborated with the Director of Operations to ensure all required paperwork has been submitted for health and wellness compliance
Keep documentation of fire drills and lockdowns
Work with the Director of Operations to keep and up to date and complete allergy list for student’s by each floor
Work with families when they need pecific allergy paperwork that needs to be filled out by the student’s doctor. Send reminders to parents every 6 months to get filled out by doctors.
Incident reports: keep a binder on each floor and ensure that all incident reports are completed correctly
Each November, send out email reminders about administering flu shot and submitting new vaccination forms by Dec 31 each year
Interactions with Staff, Children and Families
Build respectful and reciprocal relationships with families to be able to answer questions about program services and supports
Maintain and adhere to confidentiality practices to support family’s privacy and well-being
Maintain all responsibilities of Mandated Reporting
Supports families in the completion of ASQs at the beginning of school
Administrative Support
Manage and maintain up-to-date physical and digital files for all children, as required by Head Start/Early Head Start/UPK/Early Learn/CACFP/DOH/DOE
Update family case notes, class rosters and attendance in compliance with our funding requirements as needed
Support logistics and day-to-day operations of Early Childhood program, including answering phones, scanning, filing, faxing, copying, and answering the door
Create and translate flyers, forms, and mass emails to provide information about program events and relevant opportunities to families
Create effective and efficient organizational system for Early Childhood Office. Organize physical space in a way that is accessible and systematized
Ensure that weekly information to families is up to date (menus, special announcements, etc)
Complete daily attendance checks for classrooms and outlog for classes leaving the premises
Responsible for staff/outside provider sign in/out sheets – scanned and uploaded to drive monthly
Daily Classroom check – check attendance board to match Ipad and #s by 10:00
Check aftercare #s and provide to Ops for aftercare coverage
Ensure that all information in Child Plus is up to date
Work with the Data Manager to complete any vendor portal updates, record attendance and enroll students – daily/weekly
Work with the Operations Coordinator to keep the supply closet stocked appropriately for staff and students
Operational Support
Maintain up-to-date knowledge on agency and department program plans, policies and procedures
Work with the Director of Operations to complete any school operations tasks as necessary
Other
Attend staff meetings, professional development, program enrichment and other events as assigned (sometimes outside of work hours)
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Experience in school operations
Demonstrated knowledge of working with families of diverse socio-economic backgrounds
Knowledge and use of MS Office Suite and advanced computer literacy
Knowledge of data entry and ability to learn and adapt to various computer systems
Strong document management and maintenance skills
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Strong oral and written communication with parents, children and co-workers
Excellent interpersonal skills
Actively participate in community and program events
Preferred Attributes:
Bachelor’s Degree
Knowledge of Early Childhood Education
Knowledge of DOH, Head Start or NYCDOE regulations and policies
Bilingual English/Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) or English/Spanish (preferred)
Role Key Competencies
Team Player
Conflict Management and Resolution
Analytical
Proactive
Planning and Organizing
Initiative
Communication
Adaptability
Limitations and Disclaimer
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
EEO Info
Educational Alliance is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Educational Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit https://edalliance.org.
Job Type: Full-time, temporary
Expected Start Date: 12/30/2024
Salary: $26.44-$29.81 per hour