Education Services Coordinator

As an Education Services Coordinator at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet Head Start, you will assist with programmatic training and monitoring in child development, health, family services, and administration. You will also onboard new staff, implement training programs, and plan education services integrated with health, safety, and family engagement. This role requires a Master’s degree in early childhood education or a related field, 5 years of experience working with young children and families, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in early childhood education or related field with 36 hours of child development.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with young children and families.
• Obtain CLASS Reliability within 1 year of hire.
• Meet personnel qualifications as required in Part 407: Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers.
• Experience working with diverse racial/cultural groups.
• Ability to work independently and accept increased levels of responsibility.
• Knowledge and experience with Head Start program and performance standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Teams).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Pass background clearance, physical, and TB test; valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of liability insurance.

Benefits

• Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 9 Sick days - 5 Paid Leave days
• Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short-term Disability Insurance (employee paid optional)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)