Early Childhood Coordinator

JOB TITLE: Early Childhood Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

SALARY: range $130000-$145000 Individual 12 month contract

Terms of Contract: 6 months pro-rated January-June 2026 renew FY27 (July 1 2026-June 30 2027)

Introduction

The Waltham Public Schools will hire a preK coordinator to oversee the initial planning implementation and evaluation of three PreK classrooms at Waltham High School. The coordinator will be responsible for the hiring and evaluation of all staffing assigned to these classrooms and will also oversee the recruitment and enrollment of students. Additionally once the new program at Waltham High School is established the coordinator will provide district-wide support to all PreK programs. The coordinator will be under the direct supervision of the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction. The preK program is new to Waltham High School and the successful candidate will begin in January 2026 and begin planning for implementation of 2 preK classrooms for the 2026-2027 school year.

Early Childhood Coordinator Job Description

Qualifications/Skills/Abilities of the Ideal Candidate Include:

• MA DESE Licensed Elementary Administrator- Supervisor/Director or Assistant Principal/Principal
• 5 years experience in Early Childhood Education
• Firm understanding of Massachusetts Laws and Regulations
• Computer software competency
• Strong knowledge base of Early Childhood Education Evaluation and Curriculum
• Good writing skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a diverse school community
  
  

Essential Duties:

• Coordinate the planning development and implementation of the comprehensive early childhood programs (PreK) ensuring alignment with state frameworks and best practices

• Develop and maintain a strong working partnership with the Director of Career and Technical Education (CTE) to create and oversee a high-quality pathway for CTE students within the Early Education and Care Program

• Ensure all early childhood program sites meet state licensing and accreditation standards

• Design and implement curriculum and instructional strategies appropriate for diverse learners in WPS early childhood settings

• Recruit and supervise teachers and paraprofessionals
• Work closely with the Parent Information Center in the recruitment of students for the Prek classrooms
• Conduct in person and virtual information sessions for caregivers
• Work with the Waltham High School Principal around building operations as they pertain to the EEC program
• Consult with elementary building principals and kindergarten teachers around student transitions
• Provide financial oversight and financial reporting for the Early Childhood program in collaboration with the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations
• Collaborate with district administrators and other preK professionals around curriculum and instruction
• Assure that central office initiatives concerns and procedures are communicated regularly at staff meetings
• Initial contact person for all caregivers and community preschools regarding Early Childhood education
• Develop new programs as data projections reveal specific needs areas
• Participate in training workshops and conferences to enhance professional skills
• Additional tasks assigned by the Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent

Required Qualifications:

Education Training and Experience

• Bachelors degree in a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with preK to school-age children
• Administrative experience or equivalent coursework
• Licensed administrator by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change).

Non-Discrimination Notice: Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion disability national origin gender gender identity or sexual orientation.

Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve. MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.

Required Experience:

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