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Coordinator of Early Childhood Programs and Services, Division of Early Childhood and Title I Programs and Recovery Funds

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Coordinator CODE: 0435 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Coordinator of Early Childhood Programs and Services, Division of Early Childhood and Title I Programs and Recovery Funds GRADE: N MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction of the Early Childhood Unit within the Division of Early Childhood and Title I Programs and Recovery Funds, assists with the implementation of pre-K/Head Start programs, Early Childhood Centers, and Blueprint for Maryland's Future Early Childhood requirements. Supports the development and monitoring of grants. Primary responsibilities include coordinating professional learning for high-quality prekindergarten experiences, collaborating with school-based and central office staff members to coordinate the prekindergarten/Head Start registration and enrollment process, providing leadership and training to program staff, meet federal, state, and local early childhood mandates and requirements, including the Head Start Performance Standards and Blueprint goals. Works closely with other Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) divisions to ensure high-quality prekindergarten experiences, to enhance understanding of current Head Start, Blueprint, and early childhood requirements, and ensure compliance in the implementation of federal, state, and local early childhood initiatives. Drafts correspondence and memoranda. Supports collaboration of the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) funded pre-K Expansion Program (school and community based) and other Montgomery County pre-K expansion initiatives. Using available data, works in conjunction with other MCPS offices in support of school readiness and equitable practices that support diverse learners in Montgomery County.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of effective early childhood programs and services for children birth to Grade 2. Knowledge of current research and trends in early childhood education (including the early care priority area of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future), and the Federal Head Start Performance standards, with special emphasis on developmentally appropriate culturally competent curriculum, instructional practices, and assessment. Knowledge of research and evidence-based instructional methods and practice-based coaching. Extensive knowledge of current research of early childhood practices and methods for ensuring school readiness. Knowledge of the Maryland EXCELS accreditation and validation structures for early childhood classes. Ability to work effectively with central office administrators, school-based administrators, teachers, instructional specialists, and support staff members to support the implementation of high quality early childhood programs that focuses on children impacted by poverty, mobility, Emerging Multilingual Learners, and children with a disabilities. Excellent planning, organizational, management, and oral and written communication skills. Ability to prepare grants, reports, papers, and presentations that include effective data displays and analysis of progress. Outstanding teaching and leadership required, including assessing program needs, professional development, and program implementation. Ability to co-plan and develop training sessions in collaboration with other departments including the Division of Prekindergarten, Special Programs and Related Services and agencies to support on-going professional development for staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills; cultural competency; and interpersonal skills. Knowledge and application of the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP/MCBOA), and knowledge of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS) and the Supporting Services (SEIU) Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree in early childhood, elementary education, school administration, or other related field from an accredited college or university. Five or more years of experience in teaching and/or administration with diverse populations in public schools with primary-age children, pre-K-2. Course work or training in staff development, supervision, curriculum development and instruction desirable. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered. Documented experience in developing programs, planning parent outreach activities, aligning curriculum with best practices, working with principals and early childhood staff, and leading staff development initiatives. Experience various data points to develop and prepare reports and presentations. Experience using a variety of online meeting platforms to facilitate virtual and hybrid meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland certification requirements for administrators and principals or Administrator 1. Completed Observing and Analyzing Teaching I and II or within one year of the position start date. Certified as a Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) observer or must receive certification in CLASS within six months of hire date.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Frequent evening meetings and night work required to meet deadlines.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works in conjunction with various school system departments to implement requirements of Pre-K/Head Start and early childhood programs.
Manages the daily operations for Pre-K/Head Start central office staff.
Collaborates with the Title I unit to support school improvement efforts in pre-K/Head Start programs.
Coordinates the Maryland EXCELS Accreditation and Validation Process.
Collaborates with other MCPS offices and departments to facilitate the development and implementation of early childhood programs and services for children birth to Grade 2.
Maintains current knowledge regarding ongoing requirements of related federal and state legislation.
Reviews research, studies, and reports. Evaluates findings and suggests changes/modifications to improve existing practices.
Collaborates with OCIP staff members to design and deliver professional learning that promotes high-quality and age-appropriate learning experiences for pre-K/Head Start students.
Reviews school readiness data, enrollment trend data, and visits preK/Head Start classes to assess effectiveness of programs in supporting high levels of engagement, teaching, and learning and uses data to complete required reports.
Provides input for new programs and assists with development of related policies.
Serves on various committees and acts as a liaison to MCPS offices as needed.
Completes required reports and participates in local, state, and federal evaluations.
Coordinates and organizes technical support for state program accreditation and Head Start Federal reviews.
Monitors student progress through reports and data analysis received.
Works with principals, teachers, and support staff of pre-K/Head Start schools to build and ensure effective program implementation.
Plans and leads staff development activities for professional and support staff.
Coordinates the development and implementation of parent outreach programs.
Collects and analyzes data related to pre-K/Head Start programs and student learning and adjusts curriculum and staff development activities.
Performs related work as required.
Class Established: 5/2022
Date(s) Revised:
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.