Great Start Readiness Program and Skip Home Visitor Coordinator

Job Summary:The GSRP and SKIP Site Coordinator provides oversight and coordination of GSRP satellite sites in Genesee County and the SKIP Home Visiting Program. The Site Coordinator will serve as the building point person to assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and procedures including the GSRP Implementation Manual, MDHHS Affiliate Implementation Manual and the Michigan Child Care Licensing requirements as applicable. The Site Coordinator will interact with students, parents, teachers, home visitors and administrators to coordinate services in the GSRP program. The Site Coordinator will work as part of a collaborative team guided by the GSRP Coordinator. A program administrator will provide administrative and evaluative oversight of building staff and operations in conjunction with the Site Coordinator. The Site Coordinator will also provide on-going support for continuous quality improvement.. The Site Coordinator is responsible for assessing, planning, and coaching for a developmentally appropriate early childhood program, which meets the social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs of young children .Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to):Serves as the Site Coordinator for GSRP satellite sites as assigned. Coordinates the SKIP Program in conjunction with the SKIP Home Base Specialist. Coordinate students, staff, and parents in daily program operations.Responsible for full enrollment efforts into GSRP classrooms and SKIP Program utilizing Michigan Preschool and through promotion and collaboration with the local school districts.Coaches and mentors teachers and home visitors in planning individual and group activities to stimulate growth in literacy, language, mathematics, science, social and motor skills. This includes learning to respond to stories read aloud, listening to instructions, playing with others, using senses to explore and manipulate classroom materials and using play equipment. Planning is to be in accordance with National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) best practice guidelines, Michigan Early Childhood Standards of Quality, Creative Curriculum or Parents as Teachers as applicable.Assesses assigned GSRP classrooms using Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS)Implements coaching strategies for GSRP teachers which includes direct instruction, modeling teaching, suggestions regarding modifying the classroom environment, schedule, or other factors that will improve teaching and learning.Models, supports, and monitors effective child observation assessment, accurate record keeping, and data analysis using SmartTeach or Visit Tracker as applicable.Assists the teachers and home visitors in interpreting the developmental screenings and child observation assessments to determine each child's development. Data is used for planning instruction and reporting results to program administrators and parents.Supports GSRP teachers in providing intentional family engagement opportunities for families while meeting requirements of the GSRP Implementation Manual.Supports the SKIP Home Visiting Specialist in the coordination of parent-child playgroups and creating meaningful community and school connections to promote utilization of the program.Assists in planning and providing professional development for the GSRP and SKIP staff.Conducts and participates as needed in staff and center team meetings.Participates in required professional development.Coordinates services, training, and monitoring with GSRP Coordinator.In consultation with program administrators, assures compliance with federal, state, local, and school district regulations, policies, and procedures.Assures completion of the necessary paperwork, documentation, narrative reports, correspondence, and evaluation measures to ensure all grant requirements are met in a professional and timely manner.Maintains effective and appropriate communication with building staff, program staff, and program administrators as needed and required.Provides oversight of GSRP building staff and classroom and building operations including, but not limited to food service, maintenance, building schedules, building emergency procedures, parent communications and activities, and required reporting.Provides oversight to the SKIP home visiting staff in conjunction with the SKIP Home Base Specialist.Serves as the Center Director for Michigan childcare licensing purposes.Consistently models Win-Win leadership.Other Duties:Performs other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:Education:Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related fieldANDBachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education with Early Childhood Endorsement or a related fieldCoursework required for designation as a Program Administrator under MiLEAP Child Care LicensingExperience:Minimum of five (5) years documented, successful work experience in an early childhood setting required.Skills/Other:Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as an effective team member. Evidence of accurate record keeping, and data collection skills. Ability to utilize district technology, and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the district.Ability to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with program goals. Maintains a positive working relationship with parents/guardians and staff. Punctuality and good attendance are requirements for the position. Ability to work a flexible workday, work week, and work year. Strong teamwork, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to maintain positive working relationships with team members. Discretion with confidential information. Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and administrative guidelines. Must have a valid Michigan driver's license, current automobile insurance and have the ability to travel to and from GSRP sites. Must be able to obtain Department of Human Services (DHS) approval, and obtain a satisfactory criminal history check through fingerprinting.Special Job Considerations:Certification: NoneType of Certification:Bargaining Unit:Salary Schedule: $32.24/hourImmediate Supervisor: GSRP CoordinatorSupervision: GSRP and SKIP Staff