Program Coordinator

Leading from within the classroom, you balance your own teaching responsibilities while staying attuned to the needs of the broader team. Through mentorship, modeling best practices, and everyday collaboration, you support teachers as they build confidence and skill. The result is stronger teaching quality, shared practices, and a program that feels connected and collaborative.

Role Overview :

The Program Coordinator is a senior classroom leader who functions as both a Lead Teacher and a mentor / coach for the teaching team. This role models best practices, guides curriculum planning, supports classroom environments across the center, assists with staff onboarding and development, and helps ensure alignment with program values and licensing requirements.

This position is ideal for an experienced educator who loves teaching and supporting other teachers in their growth.

Key Responsibilities :

I. Lead Teacher Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction :

• Develop and implement weekly and monthly lesson plans aligned with developmental goals and program standards.
• Provide developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum that supports whole-child learning.
• Conduct ongoing observations and maintain developmental portfolios for each child.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual learning needs.
• Support early literacy, math, science exploration, creative expression, and social-emotional development.
• Maintain a visually rich, organized, and engaging classroom environment.

Classroom Leadership :

Child Safety & Licensing Compliance :

Family Engagement :

II. Program Coordinator Responsibilities

(All responsibilities above plus the following leadership and mentorship duties.)

Instructional Leadership & Program Support :

Staff Coaching, Mentorship & Development :

Classroom Quality & Environment Enhancement :

Team Collaboration & Operational Support :

Qualifications :

Physical Requirements (ADA-Compliant) :

Benefits for Full-Time Employees (35+ hrs / week) :

To Apply :

Submit your resume or a brief message describing your interest in early childhood education and your availability. We look forward to supporting your growth at Meaningful Beginnings!

Meaningful Beginnings has proudly served families since 2013, providing high‑quality Infant / Toddler care, Preschool, and Transitional Kindergarten programs for children ages 0–6. Our mission is to offer loving, developmentally rich environments that support every child’s growth while empowering educators with training, mentorship, and a positive workplace culture.